Serving 287 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Athol Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Athol Elementary School serves the northeast part of its school district in Athol, ID, covering an area of approximately 81.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athol Elementary School's student population of 287 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Athol Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athol Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athol Elementary School's ranking?
Athol Elementary School is ranked #391 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Athol Elementary School often compared to?
Athol Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spirit Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Athol Elementary School?
287 students attend Athol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Athol Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Athol Elementary School?
Athol Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Athol Elementary School offer ?
Athol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Athol Elementary School part of?
Athol Elementary School is part of Lakeland School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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