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Enterprise Elementary School

Elementary School · Federal Way School District

35101 5TH AVE SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Enrollment

424

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#2,100 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#20 of 29

public schools

In district

#30 of 41

Federal Way School District

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Enterprise Elementary School

3.7/10

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

Sherwood Forest Elementary School

4.8/10

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3.1/10

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About Enterprise Elementary School

Enterprise Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Enterprise Elementary School serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Enterprise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,100 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Enterprise Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Enterprise 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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898
Chronic Absenteeism53.5%

Enterprise Elementary School — Students at Enterprise Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (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
69%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
22.5%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
25.7%
ELA
33.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.

How Enterprise Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
6th percentile in WA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.5%

Location

35101 5TH AVE SW, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Enterprise Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SPRING VALLEY (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LUKES SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 0.5 mi 4.8
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 0.6 mi 3.1
Illahee Middle School Federal Way 0.7 mi 3.4
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 1.0 mi 3.5
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SPRING VALLEY Federal Way 1.1 mi 6.8
Federal Way Public Academy Federal Way 0.9 mi 7.1
Support School Federal Way 1.4 mi 6.4
Federal Way Running Start Home School Federal Way 1.4 mi
Federal Way Public School ECEAP Federal Way 1.4 mi 6.2
Gateway to College Federal Way 1.4 mi
Employment Transition Program Federal Way 1.4 mi 5.9
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.7 mi 4.0
Todd Beamer High School Federal Way 1.4 mi 5.1
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 1.4 mi 7.8
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 1.6 mi 7.7
Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way 2.0 mi 3.5
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 2.3 mi 4.6
Mirror Lake Elementary School Federal Way 2.4 mi 3.2
ST LUKES SCHOOL Federal Way 2.5 mi 5.1
Lake Grove Elementary School Federal Way 2.6 mi 4.7

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Elmhurst Elementary School Tacoma, WA 3.7
Evergreen Elementary School Shelton, WA 3.7
Grant Elementary Ephrata, WA 3.7
Pioneer Elementary School Shelton, WA 3.7
Honey Dew Elementary Renton, WA 3.8
Lackamas Elementary Yelm, WA 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Enterprise Elementary School

What grades does Enterprise Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Enterprise Elementary School?

Enterprise Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Enterprise Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Enterprise Elementary School rank in WA?

Enterprise Elementary School ranks #2,100 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Enterprise Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Enterprise Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Enterprise Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Enterprise Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Enterprise Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Enterprise Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

71.0% of students at Enterprise 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
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.5%

District

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

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