Serving 348 students in grades 9-12, Kalama High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kalama High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kalama High School's student population of 348 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kalama High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kalama High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#556 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
81%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalama High School's ranking?
Kalama High School is ranked #556 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Kalama High School often compared to?
Kalama High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castle Rock High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kalama High School?
The graduation rate of Kalama High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Kalama High School?
348 students attend Kalama High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Kalama High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kalama High School?
Kalama High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kalama High School offer ?
Kalama High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kalama High School part of?
Kalama High School is part of Kalama School District.
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