Best Schools in Priest Lake, Idaho
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Priest Lake Elementary School
Elementary · West Bonner County District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$373,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$373,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Priest Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Priest Lake Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $65,898
- Median home value
- $373,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Priest Lake compares
Median household income
$66k
93% of Idaho median
About Schools in Priest Lake, Idaho
Priest Lake, Idaho is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Priest Lake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Priest Lake is Priest Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Priest Lake is served by 1 school district: WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,002 students.
Priest Lake's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,898. The poverty rate in the area is 7.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.3 |
Schools in Priest Lake
Priest Lake, Idaho · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,898
Median Home Value
$373,800
Median Rent
$820/mo
Population
6,913
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
7.0%
Community Profile
Priest Lake has a median household income of $65,898. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $373,800, with a median rent of $820/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Idaho
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Priest Lake, Idaho
How many schools are in Priest Lake, Idaho?
Priest Lake has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Priest Lake, Idaho?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Priest Lake is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Priest Lake, Idaho?
The top-ranked school in Priest Lake on MySchoolScout is Priest Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Priest Lake, Idaho?
The top-ranked elementary school in Priest Lake on MySchoolScout is Priest Lake Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Priest Lake, Idaho?
Priest Lake is served by 1 school district: West Bonner County District.
What is the education level in Priest Lake, Idaho?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Priest Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Priest Lake, Idaho?
The median household income in Priest Lake is approximately $65,898 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Priest Lake, Idaho?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Priest Lake is 15.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Priest Lake, Idaho?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Idaho Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.