Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, Kalama High School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalama High School's student population of 344 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalama High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalama High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 2052 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-74%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalama High School's ranking?
Kalama High School is ranked #722 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kalama High School often compared to?
Kalama High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Rock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalama High School?
The graduation rate of Kalama High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kalama High School?
344 students attend Kalama High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kalama High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalama High School?
Kalama High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kalama High School offer ?
Kalama High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kalama High School part of?
Kalama High School is part of Kalama School District.
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