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#1326 of 2,228 schools in WA

Employment Transition Program

High School · Federal Way School District

33250 21st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 27 schools in Federal Way. Learn more

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,326 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#8 of 29

public schools

In district

#8 of 41

Federal Way School District

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Employment Transition Program

5.9/10

High School in Federal Way · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie

3.5/10

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3.5/10

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About Employment Transition Program

Employment Transition Program is a public high school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Employment Transition Program serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Employment Transition Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,326 of 2,228 schools in WA.

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • WA avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, Employment Transition Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.1Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 27 schools in Federal Way
College Readiness6.8Average43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Employment Transition Program Compares

See how Employment Transition Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in WA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers

Location

33250 21st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Employment Transition Program may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Decatur High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie (rated 3.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 0.5 mi 3.5
Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way 0.5 mi 3.5
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 0.6 mi 4.0
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 0.9 mi 4.8
Decatur High School Federal Way 1.0 mi 4.8
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 1.2 mi 4.6
Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way 0.9 mi 5.2
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 1.5 mi 7.8
Enterprise Elementary School Federal Way 1.4 mi 3.7
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 1.6 mi 7.7
Adelaide Elementary School Federal Way 1.8 mi 3.6
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.4 mi 3.1
Twin Lakes Elementary School Federal Way 1.6 mi 6.2
Lake Grove Elementary School Federal Way 1.9 mi 4.7
Green Gables Elementary School Federal Way 1.6 mi 5.8
Illahee Middle School Federal Way 2.1 mi 3.4
Support School Federal Way 1.7 mi 6.4
Federal Way Running Start Home School Federal Way 1.7 mi
Federal Way Public School ECEAP Federal Way 1.7 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Federal Way 1.7 mi

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 Employment Transition Program

What grades does Employment Transition Program serve?

Employment Transition Program serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Employment Transition Program?

Employment Transition Program has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Employment Transition Program?

The student-teacher ratio at Employment Transition Program is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Employment Transition Program rank in WA?

Employment Transition Program ranks #1,326 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Employment Transition Program's MySchoolScout rating?

Employment Transition Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Employment Transition Program a charter school?

No, Employment Transition Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Employment Transition Program a Title I school?

No, Employment Transition Program is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Employment Transition Program?

78.9% of students at Employment Transition Program 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
76 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.9%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

District

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

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