6.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sandpoint, Idaho

13 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 9

Private: 4

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 6.5/10

Estimated Scores: 11%

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Use this page to compare every school in Sandpoint by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Lake Pend Oreille School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Middle · Lake Pend Oreille School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Sandpoint for 2026 are Northside Elementary School (8.4/10), Washington Elementary School (8.0/10), and Sandpoint Middle School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Sandpoint

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Northside Elementary School	8.4 / 10	Elementary	—	90th
2	Washington Elementary School	8.0 / 10	Elementary	—	84th
3	Sandpoint Middle School	7.5 / 10	Middle	—	74th
4	Forrest M Bird Charter School	7.0 / 10	High	—	64th
5	Farmin Stidwell Elementary School	6.5 / 10	Elementary	—	53th
6	Sandpoint Waldorf School	6.5 / 10	Elementary	—	51th
7	Sandpoint High School	6.3 / 10	High	—	48th
8	Lake Pend Oreille High School	4.5 / 10	High	—	18th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.5/10
Median household income: $68,595
Median home value: $474,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 37%
Avg commute: 20 min
Owner-occupied homes: 71%

How Sandpoint compares

Idaho rank

#28 of 71

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Idaho avg (6.3)

Median household income

$69k

97% of Idaho median

Schools in this city

9

About Schools in Sandpoint, Idaho

Sandpoint, Idaho is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Sandpoint show moderate performance 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 Sandpoint is Northside Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sandpoint is served by 2 school districts: LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT, SANDPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL INC.. These districts collectively serve 3,904 students.

Sandpoint's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,595. The poverty rate in the area is 11.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (13) Elementary (7) Middle (2) High (4)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (13) Academics (8) Growth (7) Resources (8)

Filter by ZIP: 83864 (13)

Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Northside Elementary School 172 students · Pre-K–6th	172	Pre-K–6th	8.4
2	Washington Elementary School 315 students · Pre-K–6th	315	Pre-K–6th	8.0
3	Farmin Stidwell Elementary School 459 students · Pre-K–6th	459	Pre-K–6th	6.5
4	Lposd Home School Academy 42 students · Kindergarten–8th	42	Kindergarten–8th	4.1
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Sandpoint Waldorf School Private 164 students · TK–8th	164	TK–8th	6.5
2	Selkirk School Private 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	10	Pre-K–Kindergarten	—
3	Little Lambs Preschool Private 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	11	Pre-K–Kindergarten	—

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Sandpoint Middle School 499 students · 7th–8th	499	7th–8th	7.5
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Sandpoint JR Academy Private 25 students · 1st–8th	25	1st–8th	—

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Forrest M Bird Charter School 257 students · 6th–12th	257	6th–12th	7.0
2	Sandpoint High School 1,021 students · 9th–12th	1,021	9th–12th	6.3
3	Lake Pend Oreille High School 83 students · 9th–12th	83	9th–12th	4.5
4	Sandpoint Juvenile Detention 2 students · 5th–12th	2	5th–12th	—

Schools in Sandpoint

Sandpoint, Idaho · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,595

Median Home Value

$474,100

Median Rent

$1,136/mo

Population

19,773

College Educated

37%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Community Profile

Sandpoint has a median household income of $68,595. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $474,100, with a median rent of $1,136/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Idaho
Elementary: 7
Middle: 2
High: 4

Resources

🔍 Google "Sandpoint schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Sandpoint 📊 Niche Sandpoint Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

13 schools · 3,647 students

SANDPOINT CHARTER SCHOOL INC.

1 school · 257 students

Nearby Cities

Priest River (3 schools)

18 mi

Clark Fork (1 school)

20 mi

Priest Lake (1 school)

23 mi

Spirit Lake (4 schools)

26 mi

Oldtown (2 schools)

23 mi

Bonners Ferry (7 schools)

31 mi

Hayden Lake (1 school)

35 mi

Rathdrum (11 schools)

36 mi

Other Major Cities in Idaho

Top metros statewide by school count.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sandpoint, Idaho

How many schools are in Sandpoint, Idaho?

Sandpoint has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sandpoint is 6.5 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 Sandpoint, Idaho?

The top-ranked school in Sandpoint on MySchoolScout is Northside Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sandpoint on MySchoolScout is Northside Elementary School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The top-ranked middle school in Sandpoint on MySchoolScout is Sandpoint Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best high school in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The top-ranked high school in Sandpoint on MySchoolScout is Forrest M Bird Charter School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Sandpoint, Idaho?

Sandpoint is served by 2 school districts: Lake Pend Oreille School District, Sandpoint Charter School Inc..

What is the education level in Sandpoint, Idaho?

According to Census data, 37% of adults in Sandpoint have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The median household income in Sandpoint is approximately $68,595 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Sandpoint, Idaho?

Yes, Sandpoint has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Sandpoint Waldorf School with a score of 6.5/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sandpoint, Idaho?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sandpoint 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 Sandpoint, 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.