Excellent
#321 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 14% in state
Mcmicken Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Highline School District
3708 S 168th St, Seatac, WA 98188
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#321 of 2,228
In Seatac
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 34
Highline School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mcmicken Heights Elementary
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About Mcmicken Heights Elementary
Mcmicken Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Seatac, WA, part of Highline School District. Mcmicken Heights Elementary serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mcmicken Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mcmicken Heights Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Mcmicken Heights Elementary 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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Mcmicken Heights Elementary — Students at Mcmicken Heights Elementary 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
78.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.3/10.
How Mcmicken Heights Elementary Compares
See how Mcmicken Heights Elementary 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
3708 S 168th St, Seatac, WA 98188
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mcmicken Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Impact | Salish Sea Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tukwila), with a comparable rating. Another option is Tukwila Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tukwila), a more accessible option. Additionally, Impact Public Schools (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tukwila), a more accessible option. For more schools in Seatac, see our Seatac schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View Early Childhood Center Seatac | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Bow Lake Elementary Seatac | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Thorndyke Elementary Tukwila | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Impact Public Schools Tukwila | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Chinook Middle School Seatac | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Tyee High School Seatac | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Foster Senior High School Tukwila | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Showalter Middle School Tukwila | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Glacier Middle School Seatac | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Cascade View Elementary Tukwila | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Tukwila Elementary Tukwila | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Madrona Elementary Seatac | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Hilltop Elementary Seattle | 2.8 mi | 3.5 |
| CHOICE Academy Seattle | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Highline Home School Center Burien | 2.1 mi | — |
| Big Picture School Burien | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Highline High School Burien | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,559
Median Home Value
$452,900
Median Rent
$1,641/mo
Population
26,769
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Artondale Elementary School Gig Harbor, WA | 8.3 |
| Brownsville Elementary Bremerton, WA | 8.3 |
| Cherry Valley Elementary School Duvall, WA | 8.3 |
| Columbia Elementary School Woodland, WA | 8.3 |
| East Valley Elementary Yakima, WA | 8.3 |
| Farwell Elementary School Spokane, WA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mcmicken Heights Elementary
What grades does Mcmicken Heights Elementary serve?
Mcmicken Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mcmicken Heights Elementary?
Mcmicken Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mcmicken Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mcmicken Heights Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mcmicken Heights Elementary rank in WA?
Mcmicken Heights Elementary ranks #321 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mcmicken Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mcmicken Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Mcmicken Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mcmicken Heights Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mcmicken Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, Mcmicken Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mcmicken Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mcmicken Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mcmicken Heights Elementary?
78.9% of students at Mcmicken Heights Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 498
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.6%
- Phone
- (206) 631-4300
Resources & Links
District
Highline School District- District Enrollment
- 17,823
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,594
- District Rank
- #3 of 34
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