Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Priest Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). 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 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Priest Lake Elementary School's student population of 64 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Priest Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Priest Lake Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#133 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
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 #133 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
64 students attend Priest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Priest Lake Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Priest Lake Elementary School?
Priest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, 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-6
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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