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Raisbeck Aviation High School
Raisbeck Aviation High School, nominated by an anonymous organization, is a high school in Tukwila, Washington, that describes itself as a public district school serving learners from a primarily urban area.
Location Tukwila, Washington
Governance Public District School
Grades High
Students 404
Locale Urban
Principal Therese Tipton
Demographics
Percentage of students*
4%
English Learners
34%
Free/Reduced Lunch
5%
Students with Disabilities
African American or Black 12%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1%
Asian 26%
Hawaiian or Pacific Islander —
Hispanic or Latino 15%
White 37%
2+ Races —
Why Raisbeck Aviation High School was nominated
Teachers and students engage in authentic, in-depth learning experiences in the context of real-world aviation and aerospace. Learning occurs in a coherent manner through challenging inquiry and project-based curriculum. Learning takes place inside the school and out, in cooperation with community, business and higher education partners. Partnerships provide human talent, facilities, technology and other resources necessary to prepare students for the ever-changing world of work and education.
Student experience design
From the time they enter our doors in 9th grade until the time they graduate, students at RAHS are immersed in relevant, meaningful and authentic real-world projects, taught in the context of aviation and aerospace. Signature cross-curricular projects at every grade level, allow students to take part in nationally recognized rigorous STEM programming, that intentionally prepares them for college and the world of work. Throughout their 4 years, all students, supported by a caring and professional staff, have opportunities to learn from industry professionals, attend a myriad of networking events, take part in field experiences, and attain well-paying internships with local enterprises. As one of the only aviation-themed schools in the country located on the world class Museum of Flight campus, we are designed to ensure that every student experiences a personalized environment where they can pursue their passions and realize the future they envision.
Core Practices
| Core Practices | Length of Use |
|---|---|
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Assessments For Deeper Learning |
5+ years
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Career Advising & Support |
5+ years
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Community And Workforce Partnerships |
5+ years
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Internships |
5+ years
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Project-based Learning |
5+ years
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All Practices
Student Advisories
Anti-racist Practices
Assessments For Social-emotional Skills
Career Exploration
Client Projects
College Advising & Support
Culturally Responsive Practices
Grading Policies Focus On Mastery
Higher Education Partnerships
All Courses Designed For Inclusion
Educators Have Industry Experience
Mental Health Services
1:1 Mentoring
Multi-tiered System Of Support (MTSS) In Academics
Industry Networking
No Tracked Classes
Peer To Peer Support
Performance Based Assessment
High Quality Instructional Materials
SEL Curriculum
SEL Integration School-wide
Service Learning
Student-led Conferences
Students Access Their Own Data
Student-led Goal Setting
Students Develop Projects
Universal Design For Learning
Career Prep
key reasons for innovating
Demonstrate what’s possible for other schools
Increase student agency
Some other reason
Date Updated: 4/1/2026
*Canopy profile data is self-reported or sourced from NCES data, then verified by school leaders.