Yelm High School is a public high school in Yelm, Washington, United States. It is part of the Yelm Community Schools.
Serving 1,677 students in grades 9-12, Yelm High School 12 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 24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yelm High School 12's student population of 1,677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Rankings
Yelm High School 12 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 Yelm High School 12 is 0.58, 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
#1127 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
19%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yelm Tornado
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yelm High School 12's ranking?
Yelm High School 12 is ranked #1127 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Yelm High School 12 often compared to?
Yelm High School 12is often viewed alongside schools like Tumwater High School, Rainier Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yelm High School 12?
The graduation rate of Yelm High School 12 is 86%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yelm High School 12?
1,677 students attend Yelm High School 12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Yelm High School 12 students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yelm High School 12?
Yelm High School 12 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Yelm High School 12 offer ?
Yelm High School 12 offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yelm High School 12 part of?
Yelm High School 12 is part of Yelm School District.
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