Who We Are
District Overview
Rydell is a pre-kindergarten through 12th-grade unit school district. It serves approximately 4,300 students. The district has (4) K-5 elementary schools, a K-5 Magnet School, a middle school serving 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, and a four-year high school.
We serve a geographic area of 80 square miles and are located 32 miles south of the Seattle metropolitan area.
Our Staff
The Rydell District has a very competent, dedicated, and forward-looking staff representing knowledge gained through experience and the spirit and energy of the young. 59% of our teachers hold master's degree or above. The school community has a very active and supportive staff.
Mission Statement
To empower each student to positively impact the world for a bright new future.
Vision Statement
To be recognized as a school district that addresses each learner's unique strengths, challenges, and needs to maximize the future success and education, the workplace, and civic participation by preparing students to be:
- Self-directed, self-determined life-long learners
- Ethical and caring citizens of a diverse world
- Critical and creative thinkers
- Prepared for career pathways and life success
- Respectful of individual differences
- Innovative and resourceful problem solvers
Core Values
The following core values will guide our actions and behaviors:
- Diversity
- Dignity
- Equity
- Inclusion
- Respect
- Ethics
- Accountability
- Support
- Collaboration
- Innovation