For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 34 students in 99161, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 99161, WA is Palouse At Garfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 99161 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 99161, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99161, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palouse At Garfield Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 E Alder Street
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 635-1331
Palouse, WA 99161
(509) 635-1331
Gr: 6-8 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 99161, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 99161, WA include Palouse At Garfield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 99161?
1 public middle schools are located in 99161.
What is the racial composition of students in 99161?
99161 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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