TAFA AT SAGHALIE

TAFA at Saghalie is a public high school that is part of the Federal Way School District school district, located in Federal Way, WA with about 695 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, TAFA at Saghalie has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

**TAFA (Technology, Arts, and Focus Academy) at Saghalie** is a specialized middle school program located within the Federal Way Public Schools district in Washington state. It operates as a "school-within-a-school" model located on the Saghalie campus, designed to offer a unique, thematic educational experience for students in grades 6 through 8. The academy distinguishes itself by integrating technology and the arts into the core curriculum, aiming to foster creativity, critical thinking, and digital literacy alongside rigorous academic standards.

The program is known for its smaller learning environment and focus on personalized instruction, which allows teachers to build stronger relationships with students. By emphasizing project-based learning and interdisciplinary studies, TAFA encourages students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios. The school is committed to preparing students for high school and beyond by promoting a culture of inclusivity, academic excellence, and self-discipline, making it a popular choice for families seeking an alternative to the traditional middle school structure in the Federal Way area.

For more information, contact TAFA at Saghalie at (253) 945-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

33914 19th Ave SW
Federal Way, WA 98023
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TAFA AT SAGHALIE is a public school in Federal Way, WA with about 695 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Washington

School Details

2017-2018
School status:
New
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
695
Teachers:
46.61
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 695 students

Hispanic/Latino
33.5%
White
24.0%
Black or African American
14.1%
Two or more races
12.2%
Asian
9.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
6.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%

Female
43.0%
Male
57.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.