- Midway Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 548 students
- Parkside Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 535 students
- Marvista Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 532 students
- White Center Heights Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 527 students
- Bow Lake Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 524 students
- Hilltop Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 519 students
- North Hill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 518 students
- Des Moines Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 500 students
- Gregory Heights Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 488 students
- McMicken Heights Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 484 students
- Hazel Valley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 469 students
- Mount View Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 460 students
- Beverly Park Elem at Glendale — Grades PK–5 · 411 students
- Seahurst Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 405 students
- Shorewood Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 400 students
- Cedarhurst Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 399 students
- Madrona Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 317 students
- Valley View Early Childhood Center — Grades PK–PK · 225 students
- Glacier Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 803 students
- Cascade Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 671 students
- Chinook Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 620 students
- Pacific Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 604 students
- Sylvester Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 582 students
- Mount Rainier High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,846 students
- Highline High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,423 students
- Evergreen High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,080 students
- Tyee High School — Grades 9–12 · 644 students
- Raisbeck Aviation High School — Grades 9–12 · 400 students
- Highline Open Doors 1418 — Grades 9–12 · 240 students
- Innovation Heights Academy — Grades 9–12 · 142 students
- Maritime High School — Grades 9–12 · 126 students
- Puget Sound Skills Center — Grades 10–12 · 3 students
- Big Picture School — Grades 6–12 · 233 students
- Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy — Grades PK–12 · 208 students
- CHOICE Academy — Grades 6–12 · 176 students
- Highline Home School Center — Grades K–12 · 10 students
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| Metric | Highline School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 40 | 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 Highline School District
ZIP 98188 in Highline, Washington falls within the boundaries of Highline 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 – 13. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Highline 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
Highline School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Pre-K – 13. Contact Highline School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Highline 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.
Highline 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 98188
Children in zip code 98188 are assigned to Highline School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 98188, 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 Highline School District at (206)631-3000 or visit www.highlineschools.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 Highline
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Highline School District serves zip code 98188, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 98188 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 Highline 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 98188.
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 Highline School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 98188 data.