Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Yelm Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yelm Middle School's student population of 683 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Yelm Middle School 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 Yelm Middle School is 0.59, which is less 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
#1198 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
60%
48%
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yelm Middle School's ranking?
Yelm Middle School is ranked #1198 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Yelm Middle School often compared to?
Yelm Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridgeline Middle School, Komachin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Yelm Middle School?
683 students attend Yelm Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Yelm Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yelm Middle School?
Yelm Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Yelm Middle School offer ?
Yelm Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yelm Middle School part of?
Yelm Middle School is part of Yelm School District.
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