Illahee Middle School

36001 1st Avenue South

School District

Federal Way
Grade

5-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:18
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on February 13, 2023

Illahee is a great school to go to all the teachers are great
Submitted by parent on January 10, 2023

This school is a joke. I’ve contacted the counselor multiple times to make a plan of action for success and have never heard back. The ratings are low and it’s for good reason. Three times my child had been accused of some outrageous things and then it be a mistake but not apologies from the staff to my child. There are definitely some teacher that do really care and I don’t want to discount them.
Submitted by parent on March 31, 2022

This school has been a nightmare for my grandson. His shoes have been stolen, his lunch has been stolen, he has been hit in the head, he has been kicked, he has been bullied almost daily. The staff has been unwilling or unable to protect him at all. if you have a choice don't put your child in this unsafe environment.
Submitted by student on June 11, 2021

Honestly, a great school a little rough around the edges with students but they are overall nice, great teachers, one science teacher is verbally abusive which is a downside but you can switch classes if needed, school is really nice all brick, great sports teams, overall a good school, all teachers are very supportive too, the school is very prideful in their avid and leadership classes and asb is great!
Submitted by other on June 14, 2018

The children are disrespectful. I worry about the leadership coming from the adults on the campus. I’ve had poor experiences every visit. Sad.
Submitted by other on March 28, 2018

This school doesn't really deal with discipline well. Students here are all disrespectful in school and outside in public.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2018

If you're child attends Illahee make sure theyre in band because Mr. Hazenburg is excellent. The office staff isn't really friendly and if you can get a meeting with a principal/vice, than you are lucky. There are bullies but that can be felt with between child and parent. The cafeteria gets gnats and flies pretty bad that is one of my biggest complaints. If the faculty and admin could focus on character they could have something really great on their hands.
Submitted by other on March 14, 2017

It sucks. DramaBullying Zero sportsmanshipBest thing over their is when I leave
Submitted by parent on June 14, 2014

Poor leadership and uncontrolled students. The grading system makes no sense. The sports programs are good.
Submitted by other on April 06, 2014

This school is fantastic! The teachers are really supportive and attentive, there are strict no bullying policies, and the school spirit is through the roof. Truly an amazing school I'm so sad I don't get to come back next year. But, once a brave always a brave!
Submitted by parent on September 15, 2013

My child has had an amazing time at illahee and I love how the teachers care for you and try to help you as much as they can, i absolutly love the school
Submitted by parent on May 22, 2012

My daughter is in their special 5th grade program for which we are proud to be in. She has wonderful teachers who have compassion and care for their students. She loves the school and her teachers and she enjoys coming to school everyday. The school has excellent extracurricular activities too. It has a good mix of academics and other activities. I love their current grading system which is standards-based. We as parents are actively involved in our child's education and are always in contact with the teachers regarding her school activities. Overall, this is an excellent middle school in Federal Way.
Submitted by parent on April 07, 2012

this school is absolutely wonderful. all the teachers are literally amazing and great teaching their own unique ways. of course the sports are amazing including their top music programs. the students are great too! so basically this whole school is great. :)