Serving 349 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Prairie View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (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 19:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie View Elementary serves the northeast part of Post Falls, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie View Elementary School's student population of 349 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Success Starts Here!
School Rankings
Prairie View 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 Prairie View 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
#216 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie View Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie View Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Prairie View Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greensferry Elementary School, Mullan Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Prairie View Elementary School?
349 students attend Prairie View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Prairie View Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie View Elementary School?
Prairie View Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie View Elementary School offer ?
Prairie View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie View Elementary School part of?
Prairie View Elementary School is part of Post Falls School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Title/GT
September 28, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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