Serving 37 students in grades 6-8, Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Palouse At Garfield Middle School's student population of 37 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palouse At Garfield Middle School is 0.21, 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
#511 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-59%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
89%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palouse At Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School is ranked #511 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Palouse At Garfield Middle School?
37 students attend Palouse At Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Palouse At Garfield Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palouse At Garfield Middle School offer ?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palouse At Garfield Middle School part of?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School is part of Palouse School District.
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