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#1213 of 2,228 schools in WA
Yelm Prairie Elementary
Elementary School · Yelm School District
PO BOX 476, Yelm, WA 98597
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,213 of 2,228
In Yelm
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Yelm School District
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Yelm Prairie Elementary
Elementary School in Yelm · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yelm Prairie Elementary
Yelm Prairie Elementary is a public elementary school in Yelm, WA, part of Yelm School District. Yelm Prairie Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Yelm Prairie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Yelm Prairie Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Yelm Prairie Elementary 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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Yelm Prairie Elementary — Students at Yelm Prairie Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
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: 5.6/10.
How Yelm Prairie Elementary Compares
See how Yelm Prairie Elementary 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 Yelm Prairie Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Rainier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rainier Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Evergreen Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Jblm Lewis Main), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yelm, see our Yelm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Stevens Elementary Yelm | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Yelm Extension School Yelm | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Mill Pond Elementary School Yelm | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Yelm Middle School Yelm | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ridgeline Middle School Yelm | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| EAGLE VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yelm | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| McKenna Elementary Yelm | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Yelm High School 12 Yelm | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Southworth Elementary Yelm | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Roy Elementary Roy | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Rainier Middle School Rainier | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Rainier Senior High School Rainier | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Rainier Elementary School Rainier | 5.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Lackamas Elementary Yelm | 7.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Rainier Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 10.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont | 12.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Hillside Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 12.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Wa He Lut Indian School Olympia | 11.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont | 12.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Jblm Lewis Main | 13.0 mi | 7.5 |
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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|---|---|
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen, WA | 6.2 |
| Alpac Elementary School Pacific, WA | 6.2 |
| Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
| Berney Elementary School Walla Walla, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedarhome Elementary School Stanwood, WA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yelm Prairie Elementary
What grades does Yelm Prairie Elementary serve?
Yelm Prairie Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Yelm Prairie Elementary?
Yelm Prairie Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yelm Prairie Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yelm Prairie Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yelm Prairie Elementary rank in WA?
Yelm Prairie Elementary ranks #1,213 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Yelm Prairie Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yelm Prairie Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Yelm Prairie Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yelm Prairie Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yelm Prairie Elementary a charter school?
No, Yelm Prairie Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yelm Prairie Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yelm Prairie Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yelm Prairie Elementary?
51.6% of students at Yelm Prairie Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Thurston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (360) 458-6261
Resources & Links
District
Yelm School District- District Enrollment
- 5,738
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,820
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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