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Brigadoon Elementary School

Elementary School · Federal Way School District

3601 SW 336th ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,622 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#11 of 29

public schools

In district

#12 of 41

Federal Way School District

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Brigadoon Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Federal Way · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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5.9/10

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About Brigadoon Elementary School

Brigadoon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Brigadoon Elementary School serves approximately 359 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Brigadoon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,622 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Brigadoon Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Brigadoon Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-9.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898
Chronic Absenteeism38.2%

Brigadoon Elementary School — Students at Brigadoon Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
42.3%
ELA
44.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.

How Brigadoon Elementary School Compares

See how Brigadoon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in WA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.2%

Location

3601 SW 336th ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brigadoon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Browns Point Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crescent Heights Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way 0.9 mi 3.5
Employment Transition Program Federal Way 0.9 mi 5.9
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 1.2 mi 7.7
Green Gables Elementary School Federal Way 1.0 mi 5.8
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 1.2 mi 7.8
Twin Lakes Elementary School Federal Way 1.2 mi 6.2
Decatur High School Federal Way 1.3 mi 4.8
Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma 1.1 mi 7.6
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 1.1 mi 3.5
Meeker Middle School Tacoma 1.2 mi 6.1
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.4 mi 4.0
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 1.4 mi 4.8
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 1.8 mi 4.6
Adelaide Elementary School Federal Way 2.3 mi 3.6
Enterprise Elementary School Federal Way 1.9 mi 3.7
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 2.1 mi 3.1
THE SEABURY SCHOOL Tacoma 2.2 mi 7.4
Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma 2.2 mi 8.9
Lake Grove Elementary School Federal Way 2.6 mi 4.7
Illahee Middle School Federal Way 2.5 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,960

Median Home Value

$545,600

Median Rent

$1,875/mo

Population

49,593

College Educated

34.1%

Homeownership

66.4%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brigadoon Elementary School

What grades does Brigadoon Elementary School serve?

Brigadoon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brigadoon Elementary School?

Brigadoon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brigadoon Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brigadoon Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brigadoon Elementary School rank in WA?

Brigadoon Elementary School ranks #1,622 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Brigadoon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brigadoon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brigadoon Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brigadoon Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Brigadoon Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brigadoon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brigadoon Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brigadoon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brigadoon Elementary School?

69.1% of students at Brigadoon Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
359
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.2%

District

Federal Way School District
District Enrollment
21,818
Schools in District
46
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,898
District Rank
#12 of 41

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