Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, Garfield At 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 40%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garfield At Palouse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
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Community Size
School Overview
Garfield At Palouse High School's student population of 41 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Garfield At Palouse High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garfield At Palouse High School is 0.04, 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
#790 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
2%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
98%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garfield At Palouse High School's ranking?
Garfield At Palouse High School is ranked #790 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garfield At Palouse High School?
The graduation rate of Garfield At Palouse High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Garfield At Palouse High School?
41 students attend Garfield At Palouse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Garfield At Palouse High School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garfield At Palouse High School?
Garfield At Palouse High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Garfield At Palouse High School offer ?
Garfield At Palouse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield At Palouse High School part of?
Garfield At Palouse High School is part of Garfield School District.
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