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District Overview

Tukwila, a community of around 20,000 residents, welcomes diversity. Incorporated in 1908, the city offers a blend of businesses, places of worship, parks, and abundant single and multi-family housing available to all income levels in an attractive urban atmosphere.

Tukwila is located just south of Seattle, close to the I-5 and I-405 freeways and major arterials. Nearby are Sea-Tac International Airport, Westfield regional shopping mall (formerly known as Southcenter Mall), The Boeing Company, and other retail/office/high-tech/industrial complexes. The district is minutes from downtown Seattle, Renton, Kent, Burien, and Federal Way.

Our students will inspire you. About 2,500 students are enrolled in five schools located within the limits of historic Tukwila. The average student-teacher ratio is 1:16 and the average class size is 20 students. Students represent many cultures and ethnic groups and speak more than 80 world languages. About 40 percent of students qualify for English Language Learner services.

Tukwila School District has a staff of about 400 employees here to serve our students (half teaching staff, half classified support staff). Our teachers are highly qualified, with 42% of our certificated staff being National Board Certified Teachers.

Our community supports our schools by consistently supporting levy and bond issues.  We maintain strong business/community/school partnerships, including with the City of Tukwila, Tukwila Children’s Foundation, and many neighboring businesses and organizations.

 

Mission

Empowering every student to achieve their highest potential in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning environment, fostering cultural understanding, student voices, and anti-racist practices to nurture lifelong learners and compassionate global citizens.

Vision

Our vision is to be a leader in educational excellence, where every student is inspired to achieve their full potential in a community that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to transform lives through innovative teaching, collaborative partnerships, and a commitment to anti-racist practices, preparing students to be compassionate and engaged global citizens.

Values

  • Equity: We are committed to ensuring all students have access to the resources, opportunities, and support they need to succeed, recognizing and addressing systemic inequities.
  • Inclusion: We embrace and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives of our students, staff, and community, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
  • Respect: We cultivate a culture of mutual respect and dignity, where every individual is valued and their voices are heard.
  • Empowerment: We empower students, staff, and community members to actively participate in decision-making processes and to advocate for themselves and others.
  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in teaching, learning, and leadership, continually seeking to innovate and improve our practices to achieve the highest standards of educational success.
  • Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our actions, upholding the highest ethical standards in our work.