Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Betty Kiefer Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Betty Kiefer Elementary School serves the southwest area of Rathdrum, ID, covering approximately 27.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betty Kiefer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Betty Kiefer Elementary School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Betty Kiefer Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betty Kiefer Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#85 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
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
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bobcat Pride
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betty Kiefer Elementary School's ranking?
Betty Kiefer Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Betty Kiefer Elementary School often compared to?
Betty Kiefer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garwood Elementary School, Northwest Expedition Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Betty Kiefer Elementary School?
367 students attend Betty Kiefer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Betty Kiefer Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betty Kiefer Elementary School?
Betty Kiefer Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Betty Kiefer Elementary School offer ?
Betty Kiefer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Betty Kiefer Elementary School part of?
Betty Kiefer Elementary School is part of Lakeland School District.
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