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Best 98003 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,088 students in 98003, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98003, WA are Federal Way Public Academy, Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) and Federal Way High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98003 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98003, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98003 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Federal Way High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98003, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Federal Way Public Academy
(Math: 64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
34620 9th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-3270
Gr: 6-10 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
31455 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-4590
Gr: 9-12 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Federal Way High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
30611 16th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,665 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Career Academy At Truman High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
31455 28th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-5800
Gr: 9-12 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Support School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Todd Beamer High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
35999 16th Av S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2570
Gr: 9-12 | 1,412 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Federal Way Running Start Home School
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Gr: 11-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Gateway To College
33330 8th Ave S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 945-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 95%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98003, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98003, WA include Federal Way Public Academy, Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) and Federal Way High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98003?
9 public high schools are located in 98003.
What is the racial composition of students in 98003?
98003 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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