Highline College is a public community college in Des Moines, Washington. Highline was founded in 1961 as the first community college in King County, Washington. The main campus covers 80 acres. As of 2015, there were approximately 17,000 students and 350,000 alumni of the college.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Gateway To College offer ?
Gateway To College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway To College part of?
Gateway To College is part of Tukwila School District.
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