Serving 26 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Palisades Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palisades Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Palisades Elementary School's student population of 26 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palisades Elementary 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 Palisades Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#846 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
61%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
7%
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 is Palisades Elementary School's ranking?
Palisades Elementary School is ranked #846 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Palisades Elementary School?
26 students attend Palisades Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Palisades Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palisades Elementary School?
Palisades Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Palisades Elementary School offer ?
Palisades Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palisades Elementary School part of?
Palisades Elementary School is part of Palisades School District.
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