Federal Way High School

Federal Way High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
30611 16th Ave S,  Federal Way, WA
Federal Way Public Schools
3.9
5.0
1,645 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Matt Oberst
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1060
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B-
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1060
Math
520
Verbal
540
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
23
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
23.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
14.4%
State Average
41.7%
Science
18.2%
State Average
49.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
410:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
46.2%
Hispanic
41.4%
Black
18.6%
White
14.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.4%
Two or more races
8.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
6.2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#11 Most Diverse Public HS in Washington
#12 Niche Standout HS in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington 574 Students
Washington State University 343 Students
Central Washington University 298 Students
Seattle University 289 Students
Pacific Lutheran University 257 Students
University of Washington - Tacoma 247 Students
Seattle Pacific University 232 Students
Western Washington University 226 Students
Eastern Washington University 213 Students
Highline College 205 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 159 Students
Nursing 100 Students
Psychology 91 Students
Biology 77 Students
Computer Science 76 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 63 Students
Education 41 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 32 Students
Criminology 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 324 Reviews
4.0 Senior
3/7/2025
FWHS is a great high school, they celebrate many cultures and diversity. If there was one thing I'd want to change, I think there should be more studies for different cultures.
4.0 Senior
2/5/2025
its been a really fun experience its also very cultured here so its amazing how they make everyone feel at home
5.0 Senior
2/5/2025
My experience at Federal Way High School has been pretty good. All of my teachers have been very supportive of my learning and have always made me feel comfortable to reach out if I ever needed help! I also enjoy the diversity in my school and how we put effort to celebrate each culture through clubs and assemblies.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 5 Reviews
5.0 student
9/13/2022
First of all, this school has always been student-friendly. It has welcomed us with both arms and made us feel that this is our second home. In fact, we have spend more time here than in our homes during our waking hours. And each day we carried home to our parents and brothers and sisters some stor...
5.0 other
4/9/2021
I am a graduate of this school, and am still involved in a volunteer capacity. This school is amazing, and has one of the most diverse student bodies I have seen, coupled with a very caring and stable staff. The result is a melting pot. The standard classes can be a bit rough, but that's to be expec...
5.0 parent
2/2/2019
My daughter just started here for her freshman year. I could not hear better things about this school. Her grades are fantastic which is a complete change from middle school. The kids there are very accepting, even to kids with disabilities, it warms my heart. My daughters class has been a rough bun...
5.0 student
2/11/2016
This school is excellent in many ways. It has the number one Boys Basketball team in the state, top teams in countless other sports, the top Speech&Debate team in the state, one of the top choirs, a strong robotics organization, a well-organized and led ASB, it is an AVID demonstration school, and o...

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Federal Way High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Federal Way, WA and is served by the Federal Way Public Schools in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 1,645 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Federal Way High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1060 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $535,435. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thomas Jefferson High School, Federal Way Public Academy, Todd Beamer High School, and more. Learn more about what Federal Way has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Federal Way High School.

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