For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,220 students in 98597, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98597, WA are Ridgeline Middle School and Yelm Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98597 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98597, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98597, WA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeline Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10605 Carter St Se
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-1100
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Yelm Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Coates Avenue Nw
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-3600
Yelm, WA 98597
(360) 458-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98597, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98597, WA include Ridgeline Middle School and Yelm Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98597?
2 public middle schools are located in 98597.
What is the racial composition of students in 98597?
98597 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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