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5.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Cle Elum, Washington

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.9/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$72,962

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$624,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

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 5.9 out of 10, schools in Cle Elum show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Cle Elum is Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, 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.

Filter by ZIP: 98922 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 454 students · Pre-K–5th 7.5

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 224 students · 6th–8th 4.3

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.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.9/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

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 5.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 7.5/10.

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 7.5/10.

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 4.3/10.

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.