Excellent
#449 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 20% in state
Palouse at Garfield Middle School
Middle School · Palouse School District
600 E Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Enrollment
39
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
39
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#449 of 2,228
In Palouse
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Palouse School District
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Palouse at Garfield Middle School
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About Palouse at Garfield Middle School
Palouse at Garfield Middle School is a public middle school in Palouse, WA, part of Palouse School District. Palouse at Garfield Middle School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 6th-8th. Palouse at Garfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Palouse at Garfield Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 39 students, Palouse at Garfield Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Palouse at Garfield Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Palouse at Garfield Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Palouse at Garfield Middle School — Students at Palouse at Garfield Middle School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Palouse at Garfield Middle School Compares
See how Palouse at Garfield Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palouse at Garfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WEST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Moscow), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palouse Elementary (rated 9.1/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Garfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Palouse, see our Palouse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield at Palouse High School Palouse | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Palouse High School Palouse | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Palouse Elementary Palouse | 0.0 mi | 9.1 |
| WILD ROSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Viola | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Garfield Elementary Garfield | 7.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield | 7.7 mi | — |
| POTLATCH JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Potlatch | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| POTLATCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Potlatch | 8.3 mi | 5.0 |
| LOGOS SCHOOL Moscow | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow | 12.9 mi | 9.7 |
| J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow | 12.8 mi | 9.0 |
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL Moscow | 12.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MOSCOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow | 12.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MOSCOW HIGH SCHOOL Moscow | 13.0 mi | 7.5 |
| MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow | 12.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LENA WHITMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow | 13.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Pullman High School Pullman | 12.6 mi | 7.5 |
| A B MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow | 13.0 mi | 9.1 |
| PARADISE CREEK REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Moscow | 13.6 mi | — |
| Jefferson Elementary Pullman | 13.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99161 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,750
Median Home Value
$285,800
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
1,478
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
83.1%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Inchelium Middle School Inchelium, WA | 6.9 |
| Prescott Middle School Prescott, WA | 6.8 |
| SEATTLE SCHOOL FOR BOYS Seattle, WA | 6.5 |
| FIDDLEHEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Anacortes, WA | — |
| Garfield Middle School Garfield, WA | — |
| Lamont Middle School Lamont, WA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palouse at Garfield Middle School
What grades does Palouse at Garfield Middle School serve?
Palouse at Garfield Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Palouse at Garfield Middle School?
Palouse at Garfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.
How does Palouse at Garfield Middle School rank in WA?
Palouse at Garfield Middle School ranks #449 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Palouse at Garfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palouse at Garfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Palouse at Garfield Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palouse at Garfield Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palouse at Garfield Middle School a charter school?
No, Palouse at Garfield Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palouse at Garfield Middle School a Title I school?
No, Palouse at Garfield Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palouse at Garfield Middle School?
38.5% of students at Palouse at Garfield Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Whitman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (509) 635-1331
Resources & Links
District
Palouse School District- District Enrollment
- 178
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,530
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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