Best Schools in Tukwila, Washington
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Tukwila by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Thorndyke Elementary
Elementary · Tukwila School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Raisbeck Aviation High School
High · Highline School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tukwila Elementary
Elementary · Tukwila School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tukwila for 2026 are Thorndyke Elementary (7.6/10), Raisbeck Aviation High School (7.5/10), and Tukwila Elementary (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$597,050
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$597,050
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.6/10 despite 92% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Tukwila schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +4.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Tukwila schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Tukwila
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 9 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thorndyke Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Raisbeck Aviation High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Tukwila Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Cascade View Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Showalter Middle School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Foster Senior High School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Impact Public Schools | 4.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Impact | Salish Sea Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $87,872
- Median home value
- $597,050
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tukwila compares
Washington rank
#139 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Washington avg (6.3)
Median household income
$88k
99% of Washington median
Schools in this city
9
Tukwila School District runs 63% of Tukwila's public schools
Tukwila touches 4 districts, but Tukwila School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Tukwila School District accounts for 5 of 8 public schools (63%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.9 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Tukwila, not a citywide average.
- Tukwila School District5 public · 63%
- Highline School District1 public · 13%
- Impact | Puget Sound Elementary1 public · 13%
- Impact | Salish Sea Elementary1 public · 13%
About Schools in Tukwila, Washington
Tukwila, Washington is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Tukwila show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Tukwila is Thorndyke Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tukwila is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 21,436 students.
Tukwila's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $87,872. The poverty rate in the area is 17.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 373 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 448 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 3 | 514 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
| 4 | 478 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.4 |
| 5 | 307 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 600 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 406 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 893 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academy SchoolsPrivate 54 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Tukwila
Tukwila, Washington · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$87,872
Median Home Value
$597,050
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
59,244
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Community Profile
Tukwila has a median household income of $87,872. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $597,050, with a median rent of $1,594/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.8%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Tukwila, Washington
How many schools are in Tukwila, Washington?
Tukwila has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tukwila, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tukwila is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Tukwila, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Tukwila on MySchoolScout is Thorndyke Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tukwila, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tukwila on MySchoolScout is Thorndyke Elementary with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Tukwila, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Tukwila on MySchoolScout is Showalter Middle School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Tukwila, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Tukwila on MySchoolScout is Raisbeck Aviation High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Tukwila, Washington?
Tukwila is served by 4 school districts: Impact | Puget Sound Elementary, Impact | Salish Sea Elementary, Highline School District, Tukwila School District.
What is the education level in Tukwila, Washington?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Tukwila have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tukwila, Washington?
The median household income in Tukwila is approximately $87,872 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Tukwila, Washington?
Yes, Tukwila has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Academy Schools with a score of 6.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tukwila, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tukwila is 15.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tukwila, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.