Serving 424 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garwood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Rathdrum, ID, covering an attendance zone of approximately 143.7 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 22.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garwood Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
424 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Garwood Grizzlies Grow With Greatness! We are: Brave, Engaged, Always Respectful, Responsible and Safe!
School Rankings
Garwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garwood Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#293 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)17.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garwood Elementary School's ranking?
Garwood Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Garwood Elementary School often compared to?
Garwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betty Kiefer Elementary School, Hayden Meadows Elementary School, North Idaho Stem Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Garwood Elementary School?
424 students attend Garwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Garwood Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garwood Elementary School?
Garwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garwood Elementary School offer ?
Garwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garwood Elementary School part of?
Garwood Elementary School is part of Lakeland School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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