Walter Strom Middle School

2694 Sr 903
Cle Elum, WA 98922
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 224 students in grades 6-8, Walter Strom 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 36% (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 22:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Walter Strom Middle School's student population of 224 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026

School Rankings

Walter Strom 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 Walter Strom Middle School is 0.36, 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.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1333 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
36%
41%
43%
53%
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walter Strom Middle School's ranking?
Walter Strom Middle School is ranked #1333 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Walter Strom Middle School often compared to?
Walter Strom Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kittitas High School, Morgan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Walter Strom Middle School?
224 students attend Walter Strom Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Walter Strom Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter Strom Middle School?
Walter Strom Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walter Strom Middle School offer ?
Walter Strom Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter Strom Middle School part of?
Walter Strom Middle School is part of Cle Elum-Roslyn School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 224 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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