Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Northside Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside 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
Northside Elementary School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northside Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 709 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Elementary School's ranking?
Northside Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Northside Elementary School often compared to?
Northside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kootenai Elementary School, Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Northside Elementary School?
176 students attend Northside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Northside Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Elementary School?
Northside Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northside Elementary School offer ?
Northside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Northside Elementary School part of?
Northside Elementary School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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