Average
#1079 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Support School
School · Federal Way School District
33330 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
Enrollment
61
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
61
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,079 of 2,228
In Federal Way
#3 of 29
public schools
In district
#3 of 41
Federal Way School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Support School
Support School is a public school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Support School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th. Support School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,079 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Support School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Support School 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.
Test scores at Support School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Support School — Students at Support School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 9 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: 9.6/10.
How Support School Compares
See how Support School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
33330 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Support School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Federal Way Public Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Open Doors Youth Reengagement (1418) (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,800
Median Home Value
$428,500
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
52,210
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
36.4
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| Chief Kitsap Academy Poulsbo, WA | 6.4 |
| LAKEWOOD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood, WA | 6.4 |
| ST MARY'S ACADEMY Tacoma, WA | 6.4 |
| SALISH SCHOOL OF SPOKANE Spokane, WA | 6.3 |
| Northshore Special Services Bothell, WA | 6.6 |
| Special Services Clarkston, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Support School
What grades does Support School serve?
Support School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Support School?
Support School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
How does Support School rank in WA?
Support School ranks #1,079 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Support School's MySchoolScout rating?
Support School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Support School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Support School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Support School a charter school?
No, Support School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Support School a Title I school?
No, Support School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Support School?
50.8% of students at Support 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (253) 945-2000
Resources & Links
District
Federal Way School District- District Enrollment
- 21,818
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,898
- District Rank
- #3 of 41
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