Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponderosa 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 44% (which is higher 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 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ponderosa Elementary School serves the northeast part of Post Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 466 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Doing whatever it takes to help children learn and be good citizens is the mission of the dedicated and experienced staff at Ponderosa Elementary School.
School Rankings
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#314 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #314 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Ponderosa Elementary School often compared to?
Ponderosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsey Magnet School Of Science, West Ridge Elementary School, Prairie View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Ponderosa Elementary School?
466 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of Post Falls School District.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I absolutely loved Ponderosa I am now going into sixth grade and was at ponderosa for about 4 1/2 years, we moved so I had to switch schools. I have never been to a school more organized or well prepared than ponderosa I'm proud that it won.
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