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#337 of 719 schools in ID

Top 47% in state

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School

Elementary School · LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1626 SPRUCE STREET, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Enrollment

459

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#337 of 719

In Sandpoint

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Farmin Stidwell Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Sandpoint · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Farmin Stidwell Elementary School

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sandpoint, ID, part of LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Farmin Stidwell Elementary School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmin Stidwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #337 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Farmin Stidwell Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.5Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile63th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,061

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School — Students at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

38.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
55%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Farmin Stidwell Elementary School Compares

See how Farmin Stidwell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in ID
Academic
7.5/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Location

1626 SPRUCE STREET, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farmin Stidwell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Hope), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 8.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandpoint, see our Sandpoint schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint 0.6 mi
SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.7 mi 6.5
SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint 0.8 mi
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.9 mi 7.5
LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.7 mi 4.5
SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.0 mi 6.3
LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint 1.0 mi 4.1
FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.3 mi 7.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.2 mi 8.0
SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.4 mi
SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint 1.9 mi
SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay 2.9 mi 5.6
KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai 3.2 mi 7.4
SAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sagle 5.6 mi 5.0
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 8.3 mi 8.4
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla 12.6 mi 5.9
HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope 14.9 mi 8.7
NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 21.6 mi 4.8
PRIEST RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest River 17.0 mi 5.4
PRIEST RIVER LAMANNA HIGH Priest River 17.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,595

Median Home Value

$474,100

Median Rent

$1,136/mo

Population

19,773

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

45.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farmin Stidwell Elementary School

What grades does Farmin Stidwell Elementary School serve?

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farmin Stidwell Elementary School rank in ID?

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School ranks #337 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Farmin Stidwell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farmin Stidwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmin Stidwell Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Farmin Stidwell Elementary School a charter school?

No, Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Farmin Stidwell Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Farmin Stidwell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmin Stidwell Elementary School?

38.3% of students at Farmin Stidwell Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
38.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bonner County

District

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,647
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,061
District Rank
#6 of 12

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