Federal Way Public Academy

Federal Way Public Academy

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-10
34620 9th Ave S,  Federal Way, WA
Federal Way Public Schools
4.0
4.3
308 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kurt Lauer
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
80%
Average GPA
3.73

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.73
Reading Proficiency
80%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
14
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
640
Verbal
640
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
61.2%
State Average
41.7%
Science
68.8%
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
303:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%
White
39.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
20.1%
Hispanic
18.1%
Two or more races
14.1%
Black
8.1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#41 Most Diverse Public MS in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Psychology 6 Students
Chemistry 6 Students
Business 5 Students
Engineering 4 Students
Political Science and Government 3 Students
Education 3 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 3 Students
Mathematics 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 38 Reviews
5.0 Freshman
12/22/2024
Is a good experience and I am eager to learn also and adapt to the school schedule and environment. I study environmental management and toxicology
4.0 Freshman
5/12/2023
I had a great time at this school, it was very challenging and difficult, especially 6th grade. The school is small, so there's no PE classes, but we have the chance of earning PE credits in cross country. There was a variety of clubs, I've participated in the Chess club and Robotics Club. Though I liked how the Principle was involved with all the students and engaging with them everyday. The culture and activities we would do were really fun and got the chance to interact with people.
4.0 Freshman
8/18/2022
This school is amazing for anyone looking for a rigorous college prep school. The only downside to this is that it has zero sports or physical education, which may not be a downside for some people. Even though the school is small, there are so many clubs and activities to choose from. Also because of the number of scholars we have, we are very tight-knit and all get to know each other pretty well.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 15 Reviews
1.0 other
9/13/2022
This school was absolute hot garbage and im glad to have graduated 6 years ago
5.0 student
6/8/2018
Absolutely love this school! Great teachers, teaching approaches, good management!!
5.0 student
12/11/2017
My experience at FWPA was great. The learning there was harder than any school that I have ever been to. Unfortunately, I had to move to a different city far away, so I had to go to a different school. With just one year of FWPA knowledge, I already learned everything my new school taught because FW...
5.0 parent
5/11/2016
FWPA is a small school compared to most other schools and this aspect allows the students to focus on school, rather than many of the social aspects, clicks, bullying and pier pressures that often occur in larger schools. great staff!

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Federal Way Public Academy is a public school for students in grades 6-10 in Federal Way, WA and is served by the Federal Way Public Schools in Washington. The school has a total enrollment of 308 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 80% are proficient in reading. Federal Way Public Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.73. The average SAT score is 1270. The average home value in this area is $410,756. Discover additional schools in the area, like Todd Beamer High School, Federal Way High School, Fife Open Doors, and more. Learn more about what Federal Way has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Federal Way Public Academy.

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