Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Palouse Junction High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palouse Junction High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Palouse Junction High School's student population of 31 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Palouse Junction High School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)<50%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
61%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
36%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palouse Junction High School?
The graduation rate of Palouse Junction High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Palouse Junction High School?
31 students attend Palouse Junction High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Palouse Junction High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palouse Junction High School?
Palouse Junction High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palouse Junction High School offer ?
Palouse Junction High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palouse Junction High School part of?
Palouse Junction High School is part of North Franklin School District.
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