Best Schools in Cle Elum, Washington
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary
Elementary · Cle Elum-roslyn School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walter Strom Middle School
Middle · Cle Elum-roslyn School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$624,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$624,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +14.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cle Elum schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cle Elum
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Walter Strom Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $72,962
- Median home value
- $624,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cle Elum compares
Median household income
$73k
82% of Washington median
About Schools in Cle Elum, Washington
Cle Elum, Washington is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Cle Elum show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cle Elum is Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cle Elum is served by 1 school district: Cle Elum-Roslyn School District. These districts collectively serve 978 students.
Cle Elum's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,962. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 454 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 224 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Cle Elum
Cle Elum, Washington · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,962
Median Home Value
$624,800
Median Rent
$1,030/mo
Population
7,915
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
81%
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Cle Elum has a median household income of $72,962. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $624,800, with a median rent of $1,030/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Cle Elum, Washington
How many schools are in Cle Elum, Washington?
Cle Elum has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cle Elum, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cle Elum is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cle Elum, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Cle Elum on MySchoolScout is Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cle Elum, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cle Elum on MySchoolScout is Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Cle Elum, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Cle Elum on MySchoolScout is Walter Strom Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cle Elum, Washington?
Cle Elum is served by 1 school district: Cle Elum-roslyn School District.
What is the education level in Cle Elum, Washington?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Cle Elum have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cle Elum, Washington?
The median household income in Cle Elum is approximately $72,962 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cle Elum, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cle Elum is 19.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cle Elum, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.