- Wildwood Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 598 students
- Lake Dolloff Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 543 students
- Sunnycrest Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 535 students
- Mark Twain Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 531 students
- Valhalla Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 517 students
- Rainier View Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 495 students
- Mirror Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- Meredith Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 456 students
- Enterprise Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 450 students
- Star Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 434 students
- Panther Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 427 students
- Lakeland Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 418 students
- Lake Grove Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 390 students
- Silver Lake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 382 students
- Twin Lakes Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 371 students
- Brigadoon Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 366 students
- Federal Way Public School ECEAP — Grades PK–PK · 348 students
- Sherwood Forest Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 325 students
- Adelaide Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 321 students
- Camelot Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 292 students
- Green Gables Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 281 students
- Evergreen Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 810 students
- Kilo Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 669 students
- Sacajawea Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 668 students
- Illahee Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 655 students
- Lakota Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 645 students
- Sequoyah Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 570 students
- Thomas Jefferson High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,810 students
- Federal Way High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,665 students
- Todd Beamer High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,412 students
- Decatur High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,352 students
- Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) — Grades 9–12 · 154 students
- Career Academy at Truman High School — Grades 9–12 · 83 students
- Employment Transition Program — Grades 9–12 · 62 students
- Gateway to College — Grades 9–12 · 23 students
- Federal Way Running Start Home School — Grades 11–12 · 17 students
- Olympic View Elementary School — Grades K–7 · 547 students
- Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie — Grades 6–12 · 532 students
- Nautilus K-8 School — Grades K–8 · 469 students
- Woodmont K-8 School — Grades K–8 · 402 students
- Internet Academy — Grades PK–12 · 370 students
- Federal Way Public Academy — Grades 6–10 · 309 students
- Support School — Grades PK–12 · 55 students
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| Metric | Federal Way School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 46 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Federal Way School District
If you live in ZIP 98023 — Federal Way, Washington — your assigned public schools are operated by Federal Way School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Washington average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Federal Way School District runs approximately $14,700 annually, placing it near the Washington state average of approximately $14,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Federal Way School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Federal Way School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Federal Way School District 6 out of 10 — average among Washington public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Federal Way School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 98023
Children in zip code 98023 are assigned to Federal Way School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 98023, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Federal Way School District at (253)945-2000 or visit www.fwps.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Washington districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Federal Way
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Federal Way School District serves zip code 98023, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 98023 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Washington, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Federal Way School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 98023.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Federal Way School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 98023 data.