Serving 266 students in grades 6-8, Kalama Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kalama Jr Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 215.2 square miles in Kalama, WA. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 16.7 miles to the nearest edge and up to 31.4 miles to the furthest point of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalama Middle School's student population of 266 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kalama 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 Kalama Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1551 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chinooks
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 #1551 out of 2,088 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
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, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalama Middle School?
Kalama Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kalama Middle School offer ?
Kalama Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kalama Middle School part of?
Kalama Middle School is part of Kalama School District.
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