Moscow District School District
School District · Moscow, Idaho
Avg Rating
8.4
out of 10
Schools
8
5 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,379
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Avg Rating
8.4
out of 10
Schools
8
5 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,379
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Evaluating Moscow District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Moscow District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
West Park Elementary School
Moscow · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
A B Mcdonald Elementary School
Moscow · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
J Russell Elementary School
Moscow · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Idaho rank
#7 of 98
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+2.1
above Idaho avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,379
+$1,320 vs Idaho median
District size
2,333 students
Larger than Idaho median
The short answer
Moscow District ranks #7 of 98 Idaho districts by overall school rating. Moscow District's schools with real test data average 8.4/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are West Park Elementary School (9.7/10), A B Mcdonald Elementary School (9.1/10), and J Russell Elementary School (9.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Moscow District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Park Elementary School | 9.7 / 10 |
| 2 | A B Mcdonald Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | J Russell Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Lena Whitmore Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Moscow Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Moscow Charter School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Moscow High School | 7.5 / 10 |
See all 8 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Moscow District
Moscow District is a Moscow, Idaho school district serving 8 schools. The district educates 2,333 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1. The district invests $12,379 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.4/10, Moscow District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Park Elementary School, which has a composite score of 9.7/10.
In standardized testing, Moscow District students show an average math proficiency of 65.3% and ELA proficiency of 75.4%.
The district includes 5 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Moscow District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Moscow District with test data.
Schools in Moscow District
8 schools Elementary Schools 5
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Idaho
- City
- Moscow
- Total Enrollment
- 2,333
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Moscow District?
Moscow District has 8 schools in total — 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Moscow District?
The average composite rating for Moscow District is 8.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Moscow District?
Moscow District spends $12,379 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Moscow District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Moscow District is 14.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Moscow District?
West Park Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Moscow District with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What are the test scores in Moscow District?
Across schools in Moscow District with test data, the average math proficiency is 65.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 75.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Moscow District compare to other districts in Idaho?
Moscow District has an average school rating of 8.4/10 across 8 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 65.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 75.4%
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Compare Moscow District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Boise Independent District (52)
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- 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)
- Lewiston Independent 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)
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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