Serving 30 students in grades 6-8, Palouse At Garfield Middle 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Palouse At Garfield Middle School's student population of 30 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palouse At Garfield Middle School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#490 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palouse At Garfield Middle School's ranking?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School is ranked #490 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Palouse At Garfield Middle School?
30 students attend Palouse At Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Palouse At Garfield Middle School students are White, and 10% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Palouse At Garfield Middle School offer ?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Palouse At Garfield Middle School part of?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School is part of Palouse School District.
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