Serving 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Priest Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Priest Lake Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Priest River, ID, encompassing approximately 781.7 square miles. This area typically requires a 20 to 30-minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 20.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 38.2 miles from the school to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priest Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Priest Lake Elementary School's student population of 49 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Strive for greatness!
School Rankings
Priest Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Priest Lake Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#187 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
21%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Priest Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Priest Lake Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Priest Lake Elementary School?
49 students attend Priest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Priest Lake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priest Lake Elementary School?
Priest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priest Lake Elementary School offer ?
Priest Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priest Lake Elementary School part of?
Priest Lake Elementary School is part of West Bonner County School District.
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