Mark Twain Elementary School

Federal Way sits at the southern edge of King County, a diverse and working-class community where families tend to be deeply rooted and community-minded — and Mark Twain Elementary reflects that spirit. The school's academics are a work in progress, with math and English scores that trail much of the state, making it a better fit for families who are actively involved in supplementing learning at home or through tutoring. That said, it's a neighborhood school in the truest sense, and families who value a close-knit, culturally diverse environment over raw test scores may find it a comfortable place to land.