Serving 266 students in grades 6-12, Kalama 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 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalama Middle School's student population of 266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalama Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalama Middle 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
#1308 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
3%
5%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)90-94%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalama Middle School's ranking?
Kalama Middle School is ranked #1308 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kalama Middle School often compared to?
Kalama Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kelso High School, Castle Rock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalama Middle School?
The graduation rate of Kalama Middle School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 82%.
How many students attend Kalama Middle School?
266 students attend Kalama Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Kalama Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalama Middle School?
Kalama Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kalama Middle School offer ?
Kalama Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalama Middle School part of?
Kalama Middle School is part of Kalama School District.
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