Serving 100 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Palouse Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palouse Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Palouse School District and spans approximately 67.6 square miles, with an average distance of 4.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a typical drive time of about 10-12 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is located 8.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palouse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Palouse Elementary School's student population of 100 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palouse Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palouse Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#495 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
27%
White
83%
47%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palouse Elementary School's ranking?
Palouse Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Palouse Elementary School often compared to?
Palouse Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School, Potlatch Elementary School, Moscow Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Palouse Elementary School?
100 students attend Palouse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Palouse Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palouse Elementary School?
Palouse Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palouse Elementary School offer ?
Palouse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palouse Elementary School part of?
Palouse Elementary School is part of Palouse School District.
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