Lewiston Independent District School District
School District · Lewiston, Idaho
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
12
7 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,205
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Avg Rating
7.1
out of 10
Schools
12
7 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,205
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
How this district compares
Idaho rank
#19 of 98
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Idaho avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,205
+$1,146 vs Idaho median
District size
4,563 students
Much larger than Idaho median
About Lewiston Independent District
Lewiston Independent District is a Lewiston, Idaho school district serving 12 schools. The district educates 4,563 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. The district invests $12,205 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.1/10, Lewiston Independent District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mcsorley Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.4/10.
In standardized testing, Lewiston Independent District students show an average math proficiency of 42.9% and ELA proficiency of 51.7%.
The district includes 7 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Lewiston Independent District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Lewiston Independent District with test data.
Schools in Lewiston Independent District
12 schools Elementary Schools 7
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Idaho
- City
- Lewiston
- Total Enrollment
- 4,563
- Teachers (FTE)
- 306
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Lewiston Independent District?
Lewiston Independent District has 12 schools in total — 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Lewiston Independent District?
The average composite rating for Lewiston Independent District is 7.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Lewiston Independent District?
Lewiston Independent District spends $12,205 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lewiston Independent District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Lewiston Independent District is 14.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Lewiston Independent District?
Mcsorley Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Lewiston Independent District with a composite score of 9.4/10.
What are the test scores in Lewiston Independent District?
Across schools in Lewiston Independent District with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Lewiston Independent District compare to other districts in Idaho?
Lewiston Independent District has an average school rating of 7.1/10 across 12 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Idaho by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.7%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in ID
Compare Lewiston Independent District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Joint School District No. 2 (61)
- Boise Independent District (52)
- Bonneville Joint District (26)
- Nampa School District (26)
- Pocatello District (24)
- Idaho Falls District (22)
- Coeur D'alene District (20)
- Twin Falls District (18)
- Cassia County Joint District (17)
- Lake Pend Oreille School District (13)
- Vallivue School District (13)
- Blackfoot District (12)
- Jefferson County Joint District (12)
- Lakeland District (12)
- Madison District (12)
- Post Falls District (12)
- Caldwell District (11)
- Kuna Joint District (11)
- Minidoka County Joint District (11)
- Emmett Independent District (9)
- Mountain Home District (9)
- Snake River District (9)
- Blaine County District (8)
- Fremont County Joint District (8)
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.
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