YELM EXTENSION SCHOOL

Yelm Extension School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Yelm School District school district, located in Yelm, WA with about 110 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 4 teachers, Yelm Extension School has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Yelm Extension School, located at 107 First St. N in Yelm, Washington, functions as an alternative educational facility within the Yelm Community Schools district. It is designed to provide a flexible learning environment for students who may not thrive in a traditional comprehensive high school setting. By offering a different instructional pace and personalized support, the school aims to help students overcome academic or personal challenges, improve attendance, and ultimately work toward earning their high school diplomas.

The program typically focuses on credit retrieval and individualized learning plans, catering to students who require a more intimate, structured, or accelerated approach to their education. By maintaining a smaller campus atmosphere, the school fosters closer relationships between students and staff, ensuring that each learner receives the targeted intervention and guidance necessary to succeed. Overall, the Yelm Extension School serves as a vital resource for the district, ensuring that all students have an accessible pathway to graduation and post-secondary preparedness.

For more information, contact Yelm Extension School at (360) 458-6223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.