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#1648 of 2,228 schools in WA
Foster Senior High School
High School · Tukwila School District
4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,648 of 2,228
In Tukwila
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Tukwila School District
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About Foster Senior High School
Foster Senior High School is a public high school in Tukwila, WA, part of Tukwila School District. Foster Senior High School serves approximately 893 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Foster Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,648 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Foster Senior High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Foster Senior High School runs 22.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
48% of students at Foster Senior High 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
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Foster Senior High School — Students at Foster Senior High School score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 29 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Foster Senior High School Compares
See how Foster Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foster Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Innovation Heights Academy (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Burien), which scores notably higher. Another option is Talley High School (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tyee High School (rated 2.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Seatac), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tukwila, see our Tukwila schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Showalter Middle School Tukwila | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Thorndyke Elementary Tukwila | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Cascade View Elementary Tukwila | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Glacier Middle School Seatac | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Tukwila Elementary Tukwila | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| McMicken Heights Elementary Seatac | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Hilltop Elementary Seattle | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Rainier View Elementary School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Valley View Early Childhood Center Seatac | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Tyee High School Seatac | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Chinook Middle School Seatac | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Talley High School Seattle | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Innovation Heights Academy Burien | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Emerson Elementary School Seattle | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,937
Median Home Value
$500,600
Median Rent
$1,724/mo
Population
34,814
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
38
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|---|---|
| Foss High School Tacoma, WA | 5.2 |
| Montesano Jr-Sr High Montesano, WA | 5.2 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma, WA | 5.2 |
| Evergreen High School Seattle, WA | 5.3 |
| J M Weatherwax High School Aberdeen, WA | 5.3 |
| Meridian High School Bellingham, WA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foster Senior High School
What grades does Foster Senior High School serve?
Foster Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Foster Senior High School?
Foster Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 893 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foster Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Foster Senior High School is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Foster Senior High School rank in WA?
Foster Senior High School ranks #1,648 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Foster Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Foster Senior High 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 Foster Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Foster Senior High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Foster Senior High School a charter school?
No, Foster Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Foster Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Foster Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Foster Senior High School?
78.3% of students at Foster Senior High 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 893
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.5%
- Phone
- (206) 901-7900
Resources & Links
District
Tukwila School District- District Enrollment
- 2,828
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,639
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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