FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC ACADEMY
Federal Way Public Academy is a public middle school that is part of the Federal Way School District school district, located in FEDERAL WAY, WA with about 309 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 10th Grade. With about 13 teachers, Federal Way Public Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.
Federal Way Public Academy (FWPA) is a unique, choice-based public school serving students in grades 6 through 12 within the Federal Way Public Schools district. Distinguished by its small-school environment and rigorous academic focus, the academy is centered on a core knowledge curriculum that emphasizes traditional liberal arts, critical thinking, and a structured learning atmosphere. By maintaining a smaller student population compared to traditional middle and high schools, FWPA fosters a tight-knit community where teachers can provide more personalized attention and mentorship to students.
The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on college and career readiness, often requiring students to adhere to a specific dress code and a curriculum designed to prepare them for higher education success. Because it is a choice school, students typically apply to attend, drawing families who are seeking a disciplined, academic-first environment that prioritizes academic achievement and character development. Overall, Federal Way Public Academy serves as an alternative for students who thrive in a more focused, intimate setting that bridges the gap between middle school foundational learning and advanced high school scholarship.
For more information, contact Federal Way Public Academy at (253) 945-3270 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003-6731
(253) 945-3270
FEDERAL WAY PUBLIC ACADEMY is a public school in FEDERAL WAY, WA with about 309 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Federal Way School District
- Total Students:
- 309
- Teachers:
- 13
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 309 students
- White
- 44.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.2%
- Two or more races
- 16.5%
- Asian
- 15.2%
- Black or African American
- 6.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.9%
- Male
- 51.1%
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.