Federal Way High School

1,665 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Federal Way High School, located in the heart of Federal Way, Washington, serves as a cornerstone of the Federal Way Public Schools district. As a large, diverse secondary institution, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its rich tradition, particularly in athletics and extracurricular activities. The campus features modern facilities designed to support a comprehensive academic environment that aims to prepare students for both higher education and the global workforce through a variety of rigorous course offerings, including Advanced Placement (AP) programs.

Beyond its academic focus, Federal Way High School is known for its vibrant school spirit and commitment to fostering an inclusive climate for a culturally diverse student body. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, encouraging participation in clubs, arts, and championship-caliber sports teams to ensure students build strong interpersonal skills alongside their academic achievements. By leveraging its location and community partnerships, the school strives to provide its students with the resources and mentorship necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving post-secondary landscape.

1,665

Total Students

80.5

Full-Time Teachers

20.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

73.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Federal Way High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	234
Hispanic	672
Black	284
Asian	204
Two or More	173
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	87

Hispanic
672 (40.5%)
Black
284 (17.1%)
White
234 (14.1%)
Asian
204 (12.3%)
Two or More
173 (10.4%)
Pacific Islander
87 (5.2%)
American Indian
5 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Federal Way School District
Phone:	(253)945-5400
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,665
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	80.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,036
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	193

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 388

Grade 10 410

Grade 11 436

Grade 12 431