Average
#1069 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Ridgeline Middle School
Middle School · Yelm School District
PO BOX 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,069 of 2,228
In Yelm
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Yelm School District
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About Ridgeline Middle School
Ridgeline Middle School is a public middle school in Yelm, WA, part of Yelm School District. Ridgeline Middle School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ridgeline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,069 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ridgeline Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Ridgeline Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ridgeline Middle School — Students at Ridgeline Middle School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.
How Ridgeline Middle School Compares
See how Ridgeline Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ridgeline Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Yelm Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Rainier Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Rainier), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pioneer Middle (rated 6.1/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Dupont), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yelm, see our Yelm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Pond Elementary School Yelm | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Yelm Extension School Yelm | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fort Stevens Elementary Yelm | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Yelm Prairie Elementary Yelm | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| McKenna Elementary Yelm | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 10.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 8.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School Olympia | 10.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 11.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey | 9.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Meadows Elementary Lacey | 9.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont | 11.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98597 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,120
Median Home Value
$423,200
Median Rent
$1,441/mo
Population
26,431
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
36.2
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|---|---|
| Baker Middle School Tacoma, WA | 6.5 |
| Greenacres Middle School Spokane Valley, WA | 6.5 |
| John Sager Middle School College Place, WA | 6.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle School Olympia, WA | 6.5 |
| Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle, WA | 6.5 |
| Cougar Mountain Middle School Graham, WA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ridgeline Middle School
What grades does Ridgeline Middle School serve?
Ridgeline Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ridgeline Middle School?
Ridgeline Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ridgeline Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ridgeline Middle School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ridgeline Middle School rank in WA?
Ridgeline Middle School ranks #1,069 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ridgeline Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ridgeline Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ridgeline Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ridgeline Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ridgeline Middle School a charter school?
No, Ridgeline Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ridgeline Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ridgeline Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ridgeline Middle School?
46.9% of students at Ridgeline Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.6%
- Phone
- (360) 458-1100
Resources & Links
District
Yelm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,820
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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