Kalles Junior High School
Puyallup, WA 98372
Phone: (253) 841-8729
Fax: (253) 840-8984
District: Puyallup School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 7,8,9 • 781 students
Kalles Junior High School, a public school located in Puyallup, WA, serves grades 7-9 in the Puyallup School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Kalles Junior High School is a public school located in Puyallup, WA. 781 students attend Kalles Junior High School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 8/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 Smarter Balanced Assessment data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, and using 2025 Washington Comprehensive Assessment of Science data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. |
| Student Growth | 5/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. |
Posted: October 19, 2018
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Posted: October 19, 2018
My son started at Kalles last year, in 8th grade. Ive had several opportunities to meet with staff including, Principal Kovaks. As a 15 year school employee of a neighboring school district, I can honestly say, Kalles has the most dedicated and caring teachers who want nothing more than to see your child be successful. What a great team!
Posted: March 1, 2018
My daughter joined the school this year, from private school, and the transition has been seemless. She has been happy and is excelling. The teachers are engaging and creative, and she is glad to study and perform. I feel good about it.
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Posted: July 13, 2017
When my oldest child began seventh grade at Kalles, I had horrible flashbacks to my typical "junior high" experience. I couldn't have been more off-base! This junior high is unlike any other; there is a strong current of acceptance and cohesion that reverberates throughout the school.
Posted: July 13, 2017
Posted: July 13, 2017
There is NO bullying tolerated at Kalles. Students are encouraged to be themselves and embrace differences in others. Every other Friday morning before school, students stand outside the entrance holding signs offering up "free hugs" to anyone who might want one. I know what you're thinking, and I was skeptical at first, too, but it's not a prank or a punishment. Kalles is in its own league.
Posted: July 13, 2017
Words can not do this school justice. Kalles is simply THE BEST!
Posted: July 13, 2017
Posted: July 13, 2017
Teachers are happy to be part of the Kalles staff and it shows in their welcoming attitude and contagious enthusiasm!
Posted: January 31, 2017
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Posted: January 31, 2017
Posted: January 31, 2017
They had a Veterans Day assembly with veterans there and the principal made sure the students knew what was expected of them. They were so respectful. I was in complete awe.
Posted: January 31, 2017
Posted: January 31, 2017
Posted: January 31, 2017
This is literally the best run junior high I have ever seen with the happiest kids. They are given enough rein that they feel in charge and happy while they are still kept safe and learn which makes us
(the parents) happy. My student loves this school and is already so involved. The staff, especially the principal, are all excellent....we could not be more pleased. Thank you KALLES FAMILY!
Posted: September 9, 2015
Fun, positive & welcoming! This school is focused on learning and helping all students succeed. There is an incredible amount of school "spirit", teachers care deeply and there is a focus on respect and good citizenship. There is a great vibe & lots of clubs and activities for students to get involved in!
Posted: March 22, 2015
dis skoo iz coo und i lik it vry mutch cuz i is vry ejumukatid?
Posted: June 27, 2012
Excellent school and teachers. Great communication with parents. Very supportive and helpful staff. Love the downtown location.
Posted: August 23, 2011
its only been prep day and i love kalles the students are eager to learn and the teachers and principal are really nice now ive only been to prep day but excellent start!
Posted: May 18, 2009
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Posted: December 12, 2007
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gem Heights | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Puyallup | WA | 5.9 mi | |
| 2 | Silver Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Puyallup | WA | 7 mi | |
| 3 | Lost Creek | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Graham | WA | 8.3 mi | |
| 4 | Stadium District | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Tacoma | WA | 9.4 mi | |
| 5 | North End | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Tacoma | WA | 10.9 mi | |
| 6 | Hawaiian Village | Apartment Complex | Lakewood | WA | 12 mi | |
| 7 | westridge apartments | Apartment Complex | Tacoma | WA | 13 mi | |
| 8 | Clocktower | Neighborhood/Subdivision | DuPont | WA | 17.9 mi | |
| 9 | The Carriages at Fairwood Downs | Apartment Complex | Renton | WA | 19 mi | |
| 10 | Tahoma Meadows | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Yelm | WA | 23 mi | |
| 11 | Avonlea | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Lacey | WA | 28.3 mi | |
| 12 | McCormick Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Port Orchard | WA | 28.7 mi | |
| 13 | Woodsmuir | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Olympia | WA | 28.9 mi | |
| 14 | The Ridge at McCormick Woods | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Port Orchard | WA | 29 mi | |
| 15 | Manette | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 30.5 mi | |
| 16 | Kitsap Lake | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 32.8 mi | |
| 17 | Blueberry Meadows | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Bremerton | WA | 33.8 mi | |
| 18 | Fairway Lane | Apartment Complex | Bremerton | WA | 34.3 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Black Diamond | Black Diamond | WA | 15.7 mi | |
| 2 | Maple Valley | Maple Valley | WA | 16.7 mi | |
| 3 | Stonegate | Olympia | WA | 28.2 mi | |
| 4 | Downtown Seattle | Seattle | WA | 28.9 mi | |
| 5 | Port Orchard | Port Orchard | WA | 29.3 mi | |
| 6 | Bainbridge Island | Bainbridge Island | WA | 32.2 mi | |
| 7 | East Bremerton | Bremerton | WA | 34.6 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| McChord AFB | 10.7 mi. |
| Fort Lewis | 14.7 mi. |
| Coast Guard Seattle | 27.9 mi. |
| Naval Base Kitsap - Bremerton | 30.9 mi. |
| Naval Base Kitsap Bangor | 41.6 mi. |
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