For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 100 students in 99161, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 99161, WA is Palouse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 99161 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 99161, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99161, WA Public Preschools (2026)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 99161, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 99161, WA include Palouse Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 99161?
1 public preschools are located in 99161.
What is the racial composition of students in 99161?
99161 public preschools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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