Serving 34 students in grades 6-8, Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 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 34 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palouse At Garfield Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palouse At Garfield Middle School is 0.22, 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
#684 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
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 #684 out of 2,088 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
34 students attend Palouse At Garfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Palouse At Garfield Middle School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Palouse At Garfield Middle School offer ?
Palouse At Garfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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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