For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 134 students in 99161, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99161, WA are Palouse Elementary School and Palouse At Garfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99161 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99161, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99161, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palouse Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 E Alder Street
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 878-1921
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 878-1921
Gr: PK-5 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Palouse At Garfield Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E Alder Street
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 635-1331
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 635-1331
Gr: 6-8 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 99161, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99161, WA include Palouse Elementary School and Palouse At Garfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99161?
2 public elementary schools are located in 99161.
What is the racial composition of students in 99161?
99161 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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