Serving 116 students in grades 9-12, Yelm Extension School 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yelm Extension School's student population of 116 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yelm Extension School 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 Extension School is 0.55, 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
#1565 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
19%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
14%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yelm School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yelm Extension School's ranking?
Yelm Extension School is ranked #1565 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yelm Extension School?
The graduation rate of Yelm Extension School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Yelm Extension School?
116 students attend Yelm Extension School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Yelm Extension School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yelm Extension School?
Yelm Extension School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Yelm Extension School offer ?
Yelm Extension School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yelm Extension School part of?
Yelm Extension School is part of Yelm School District.
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