For the 2024-25 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 8,580 students in 98003, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 851 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 98003, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98003, WA are Federal Way Public Academy, Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) and Nautilus K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98003 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98003, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98003, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Federal Way Public Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
34620 9th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3270
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3270
Grades: 6-10
| 298 students
Rank: #22.
Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
31455 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4590
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4590
Grades: 9-12
| 147 students
Rank: #33.
Nautilus K-8 School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 S 289th St
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3400
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3400
Grades: K-8
| 440 students
Rank: #44.
Federal Way High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
30611 16th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5400
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,640 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Career Academy At Truman High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
31455 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5800
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 68 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Support School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 54 students
Rank: #77.
Todd Beamer High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
35999 16th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2570
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2570
Grades: 9-12
| 1,302 students
Rank: #88.
Mirror Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
625 S 314th St
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3300
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #99.
Internet Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
31455 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2230
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2230
Grades: PK-12
| 515 students
Rank: #1010.
Illahee Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
36001 1st Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4600
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4600
Grades: 5-8
| 671 students
Rank: #1111.
Sacajawea Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 S Dash Point Rd
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4900
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4900
Grades: 6-8
| 684 students
Rank: #1212.
Wildwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2405 S 300th St
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4400
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 564 students
Rank: #1313.
Rainier View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3015 S 368th St
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3700
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 495 students
Rank: #1414.
Panther Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
34424 1st Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3600
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #1515.
Mark Twain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2450 S Star Lake Rd
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3100
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: n/an/a
Federal Way Public School Eceap
Magnet School
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Grades: PK
| 332 students
Rank: n/an/a
Federal Way Public Schools Headstart
Magnet School
31457 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Federal Way Running Start Home School
Magnet School
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Grades: 11-12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
Gateway To College
Magnet School
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 11 students
98003, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
31455 28th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5800
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5800
Grades: 9-12
| 149 students
Merit School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
36001 1st Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5860
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5860
Grades: 6-12
| 8 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98003, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98003, WA include Federal Way Public Academy, Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) and Nautilus K-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 98003?
19 public schools are located in 98003.
What percentage of students in 98003 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 98003 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98003?
98003 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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