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Foster Senior High School

Tukwila School District · King County · 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168.0

(206)901-7900

3/10
#284
Rank 284 out of 378
English Language Arts4/10 · #273 · 33rd percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #261 · 31st percentile
Science2/10 · #337 · 18th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

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School Overview

Foster Senior High School sits in Tukwila, a small, densely diverse city tucked between Seattle and SeaTac where families from dozens of countries have put down roots — and that cultural richness is genuinely reflected in the school community. Academic scores are more modest, particularly in science, so families prioritizing high test numbers may want to weigh that carefully, but those drawn to a school that reflects the real, multicultural fabric of the South King County region will find something authentic here. It's a solid fit for families who value community representation and want a school environment that mirrors the world their kids will actually grow up in.

Student Demographics

215 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
93 (43%)
African American
46 (21%)
Asian
41 (19%)
White
16 (7%)
Other
19 (9%)

Key Indicators

English Learners93 (43%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged165 (77%)
Students with Disabilities18 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

914
Enrollment
43
Teachers (FTE)
21.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
26.5
Avg Class Size

Graduation Rate

87.2%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

8
AP Courses
offered
19.9%
AP Participation
of students
172
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #116 · 80th percentile

117 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Washington.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found