Serving 799 students in grades 7-9, Kalles Junior 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 42% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kalles Junior High School's student population of 799 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Kalles Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalles Junior High School is 0.67, 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
#731 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
5%
5%
White
52%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Kalles Junior High School's ranking?
Kalles Junior High School is ranked #731 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kalles Junior High School often compared to?
Kalles Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aylen Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Kalles Junior High School?
799 students attend Kalles Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Kalles Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kalles Junior High School?
Kalles Junior High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kalles Junior High School offer ?
Kalles Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kalles Junior High School part of?
Kalles Junior High School is part of Puyallup School District.
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