Tukwila School District

District Overview
Located at 4640 S 144th St in Tukwila, Washington, the Tukwila School District is an active, traditional public school system serving a vibrant large-suburban community within the greater Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue metropolitan area. Operating eight schools across its system, the district delivers a comprehensive educational continuum spanning from prekindergarten through the 12th grade. As an established local educational agency, it accommodates 2,886 students across all grade levels, offering tailored early childhood programs, foundational elementary schooling, and robust secondary pathways designed to prepare students for higher education and career opportunities.

The district is distinguished by its remarkably diverse student body, bringing together a rich tapestry of backgrounds including sizable Hispanic, Black, Asian, Pacific Islander, Multiracial, and White student populations. To support this dynamic learning environment, the Tukwila School District maintains a strong staffing framework comprised of over 591 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 284 FTE teachers, 35 instructional aides, and 273 support staff professionals. This comprehensive operational ecosystem ensures that students receive small-group attention, academic intervention, and the holistic support needed to thrive in an inclusive suburban school environment.
8
Total Schools
2,886
Total Students
284.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tukwila School District
Demographic Student Count
White276
Hispanic1,033
Black644
Asian634
Two or More165
American Indian10
Pacific Islander108
  • Hispanic
    1,033 (36.0%)
  • Black
    644 (22.4%)
  • Asian
    634 (22.1%)
  • White
    276 (9.6%)
  • Two or More
    165 (5.7%)
  • Pacific Islander
    108 (3.8%)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.3%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Tukwila School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High4
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:2,886*
Teachers (FTE):284.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:10.2
Schools in Tukwila School District
Found 8 Schools