The Internet Academy is a public virtual school, a part of Federal Way Public Schools, approved by the Northwest Accreditation Commission for grades K–12. Internet Academy was founded in 1996 and was the first online school in Washington state.
Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Internet Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Internet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Internet Academy's student population of 370 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue, Gold
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Internet Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Internet Academy is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1624 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
9%
Hispanic
27%
27%
Black
14%
5%
White
33%
47%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Internet Academy's ranking?
Internet Academy is ranked #1624 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Internet Academy often compared to?
Internet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Internet Academy?
The graduation rate of Internet Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Internet Academy?
370 students attend Internet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Internet Academy students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Internet Academy?
Internet Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Internet Academy offer ?
Internet Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Internet Academy part of?
Internet Academy is part of Federal Way School District.
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