Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Skyway 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 48% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 14% 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: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyway Elementary School serves the northwest part of Coeur D Alene, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Skyway Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Skyway 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 Skyway Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#199 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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)21.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-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 Skyway Elementary School's ranking?
Skyway Elementary School is ranked #199 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Skyway Elementary School often compared to?
Skyway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlas Elementary School, Hayden Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Skyway Elementary School?
518 students attend Skyway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Skyway Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyway Elementary School?
Skyway Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyway Elementary School offer ?
Skyway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyway Elementary School part of?
Skyway Elementary School is part of Coeur D'alene School District.
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