Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Farmin Stidwell 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 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmin Stidwell Elementary School's ranking?
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Farmin Stidwell Elementary School often compared to?
Farmin Stidwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?
505 students attend Farmin Stidwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Farmin Stidwell Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farmin Stidwell Elementary School offer ?
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Farmin Stidwell Elementary School part of?
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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