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Twin Lakes Elementary School

Elementary School · Federal Way School District

4400 SW 320TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,171 of 2,228

In Federal Way

#4 of 29

public schools

In district

#4 of 41

Federal Way School District

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Twin Lakes Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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5.8/10

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5.2/10

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About Twin Lakes Elementary School

Twin Lakes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Federal Way, WA, part of Federal Way School District. Twin Lakes Elementary School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,171 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Lakes Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Twin Lakes 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.6% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.2 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,898
Chronic Absenteeism45.3%

Twin Lakes Elementary School — Students at Twin Lakes Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 55.2% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
39.4%
ELA
48.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Twin Lakes Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in WA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.3%

Location

4400 SW 320TH ST, Federal Way, WA 98023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Lakes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Browns Point Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crescent Heights Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Federal Way, see our Federal Way schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Green Gables Elementary School Federal Way 0.6 mi 5.8
Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way 1.2 mi 5.2
Decatur High School Federal Way 1.0 mi 4.8
Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way 1.1 mi 3.5
Meeker Middle School Tacoma 1.5 mi 6.1
Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma 1.6 mi 7.6
Employment Transition Program Federal Way 1.6 mi 5.9
Lakota Middle School Federal Way 1.6 mi 4.6
Adelaide Elementary School Federal Way 1.7 mi 3.6
THE SEABURY SCHOOL Tacoma 1.8 mi 7.4
Silver Lake Elementary School Federal Way 1.8 mi 4.0
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 2.5 mi 7.7
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 2.5 mi 7.8
Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma 1.9 mi 8.9
Technology Access Foundation Academy at Saghalie Federal Way 2.0 mi 3.5
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 2.5 mi 4.8
Lake Grove Elementary School Federal Way 2.4 mi 4.7
Enterprise Elementary School Federal Way 3.0 mi 3.7
Panther Lake Elementary School Federal Way 3.0 mi 3.1
ST LUKES SCHOOL Federal Way 2.9 mi 5.1

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 Twin Lakes Elementary School

What grades does Twin Lakes Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Twin Lakes Elementary School?

Twin Lakes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Lakes Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Lakes Elementary School rank in WA?

Twin Lakes Elementary School ranks #1,171 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Twin Lakes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Twin Lakes Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Lakes Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Twin Lakes Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Twin Lakes Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

73.4% of students at Twin Lakes 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
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.3%

District

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

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