Serving 57 students in grades 9-12, Palouse High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Palouse High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Palouse, WA, encompassing approximately 67.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palouse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Palouse High School's student population of 57 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
57 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Everyone Succeeds, No Exceptions, No Excuses!
School Rankings
Palouse High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palouse High School is 0.17, 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
#773 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-79%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.1%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palouse High School's ranking?
Palouse High School is ranked #773 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Palouse High School often compared to?
Palouse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colton School, Oakesdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palouse High School?
The graduation rate of Palouse High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Palouse High School?
57 students attend Palouse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Palouse High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palouse High School?
Palouse High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palouse High School offer ?
Palouse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Palouse High School part of?
Palouse High School is part of Palouse School District.
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