Excellent
#99 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 4% in state
Palouse Elementary
Elementary School · Palouse School District
600 E Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#99 of 2,228
In Palouse
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Palouse School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Palouse Elementary
Palouse Elementary is a public elementary school in Palouse, WA, part of Palouse School District. Palouse Elementary serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Palouse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Palouse Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Palouse Elementary 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Palouse Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palouse Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Palouse Elementary — Students at Palouse Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 31 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: 9.1/10.
How Palouse Elementary Compares
See how Palouse Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 E Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palouse Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Moscow), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Garfield Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Garfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, A B MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Moscow), with a very similar rating. 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 at Garfield Middle School Palouse | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Trout Lake Elementary Trout Lake, WA | 9.1 |
| Brinnon Elementary Brinnon, WA | 9.0 |
| Centerville Elementary Centerville, WA | 9.0 |
| Mount Pleasant School Washougal, WA | 9.2 |
| NORTHLAKE ACADEMY Kirkland, WA | 9.2 |
| Waterville Elementary Waterville, WA | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palouse Elementary
What grades does Palouse Elementary serve?
Palouse Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Palouse Elementary?
Palouse Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palouse Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palouse Elementary is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palouse Elementary rank in WA?
Palouse Elementary ranks #99 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Palouse Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palouse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palouse Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palouse Elementary a charter school?
No, Palouse Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palouse Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palouse Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palouse Elementary?
52.2% of students at Palouse Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Whitman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (509) 878-1921
Resources & Links
District
Palouse School District- District Enrollment
- 178
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,530
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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