Serving 356 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Priest River Elementary 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 32% (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 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Priest River Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Priest River, ID, encompassing an area of approximately 781.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 20.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 46.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Priest River Elementary School's student population of 356 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Strive for Greatness
School Rankings
Priest River Elementary 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 Priest River Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#410 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
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)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 River Elementary School's ranking?
Priest River Elementary School is ranked #410 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Priest River Elementary School often compared to?
Priest River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idaho Hill Elementary School, Kootenai Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% 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 Priest River Elementary School?
356 students attend Priest River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Priest River Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Priest River Elementary School?
Priest River Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priest River Elementary School offer ?
Priest River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priest River Elementary School part of?
Priest River Elementary School is part of West Bonner County School District.
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