Serving 539 students in grades 6-8, Lakes Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakes Magnet School serves the southwest part of Coeur d'Alene, ID, covering an area of approximately 214.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lakes Magnet School's student population of 539 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakes Magnet 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 Lakes Magnet 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
#403 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakes Magnet School's ranking?
Lakes Magnet School is ranked #403 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Lakes Magnet School often compared to?
Lakes Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canfield Middle School, Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Lakes Magnet School?
539 students attend Lakes Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lakes Magnet School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakes Magnet School?
Lakes Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakes Magnet School offer ?
Lakes Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakes Magnet School part of?
Lakes Magnet School is part of Coeur D'alene School District.
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