Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Chehalis Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chehalis Middle School's student population of 672 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Chehalis Middle 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 Chehalis Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1403 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chehalis Middle School's ranking?
Chehalis Middle School is ranked #1403 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chehalis Middle School often compared to?
Chehalis Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centralia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chehalis Middle School?
672 students attend Chehalis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Chehalis Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chehalis Middle School?
Chehalis Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chehalis Middle School offer ?
Chehalis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chehalis Middle School part of?
Chehalis Middle School is part of Chehalis School District.
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