Very Good
#645 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 29% in state
Palouse High School
High School · Palouse School District
600 East Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#645 of 2,228
In Palouse
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Palouse School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Palouse High School
Palouse High School is a public high school in Palouse, WA, part of Palouse School District. Palouse High School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Palouse High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Palouse High School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Palouse High 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Palouse High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Palouse High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Palouse High School — Students at Palouse High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 7.0/10.
How Palouse High School Compares
See how Palouse High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 East Alder Street, Palouse, WA 99161
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palouse High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOSCOW HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Moscow), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pullman High School (rated 7.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Pullman), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Garfield at Palouse High School (rated 6.4/10), with a comparable 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 Elementary Palouse | 0.0 mi | 9.1 |
| 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
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| Granite Falls Open Doors Granite Falls, WA | 7.5 |
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| CLIP Carnation, WA | 7.6 |
| Creston Jr-Sr High School Creston, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palouse High School
What grades does Palouse High School serve?
Palouse High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palouse High School?
Palouse High School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palouse High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palouse High School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palouse High School rank in WA?
Palouse High School ranks #645 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Palouse High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palouse High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palouse High School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Palouse High School a charter school?
No, Palouse High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palouse High School a Title I school?
No, Palouse High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palouse High School?
42.9% of students at Palouse High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Whitman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (509) 878-1921
Resources & Links
District
Palouse School District- District Enrollment
- 178
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,530
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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