Ridgeline Middle School

10605 Carter Street Southeast

School District

Yelm
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:20
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on May 04, 2018

This school doesn't allow the making of memes. My son came home saying that his account was TERMINATED because he made a meme in a slide. I don't know whats wrong with this school but they need to sharpen up if they want a good review from me and my family.
Submitted by parent on January 18, 2018

Disciplinary procedure are more important than finding how or why. Homework, help with different learning styles are nonexistent.
Submitted by parent on April 20, 2017

Teachers and Administration at Ridgeline care more about rules and discipline than they do about educating our children. I hear immediately about a rule violation, corrective action, or discipline from teachers and Vice-Principal. A lot of attention is given to disciplinary matters, emails sent, letters written, plans to correct, etc. However, when kids are struggling academically, even failing classes, I hear nothing. No communication from teachers or administration, no emails from teachers expressing concern or a plan to help a child be successful. No plans or support to help improve. No offer of assistance to kids or parents. Skyward online is about it and it's not always up to date, accurate, or helpful. I think this school has lost sight of their primary mission to educate our children. If you have a choice don't send your kids here.
Submitted by student on February 14, 2017

There is a lot of bullying and cussing. Kids are very rude and they say a lot of really bad words. Most of the teachers are good but they don't do much about the bad kids. There are not many after school clubs or activities. The elective choices are not great. Most of the food is good (for school food, at least) but I have found mold in my food a couple of times. When I reported it, they didn't do anything besides offer me another. Yes, I want another moldy orange (not). I would definitely not recommend this school to anyone even though it may be better than Yelm Middle School.
Submitted by parent on May 27, 2013

Some teachers are incredible. Loving their job and passing it on to their students. Sports suffers because the coaches are just teachers looking for their stipend. Great environment if your child is well mannered and self motivated. So many kids with issues though
Submitted by parent on October 17, 2011

I kept telling my kids that once they hit middle school, it will get harder. WRONG! Not with this school. My son's NEVER get homework. I see math come through once in a while, but that's it. I had to check out a math book from their library since school books stay in the classroom. What happen to studying or trying to advance? Frankly I think the teachers must be lazy and not want to grade homework so they don't assign it. I am thankful to be moving out of WA state so that my children can have a better education. If you don't care what type of education your child gets, then sure this is a great school, if you do care, then you should really really do your research before enrolling in any Yelm School District schools.
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2011

This school is great. It does have strict rules and guidelines for behavior and if you are an inattentive parent or one that does not like to be involved with your childs learning or classroom issues or problems it is not the school for you. I have two more kids that are excited to be heading there. Teachers and coaching staff are great with communication and student preparation. This school benefits from a belief that you have to take responsibility for your own actions both in success and failure.