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#321 of 719 schools in ID

Top 45% in state

Idaho Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT

402 EAST 3RD STREET SOUTH, Oldtown, ID 83822

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#321 of 719

In district

#2 of 5

WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Idaho Hill Elementary School

6.6/10

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

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About Idaho Hill Elementary School

Idaho Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oldtown, ID, part of WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT. Idaho Hill Elementary School serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Idaho Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Idaho Hill Elementary School show 56% 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 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 152 students, Idaho Hill Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Idaho Hill Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$3
Chronic Absenteeism23%

Idaho Hill Elementary School — Students at Idaho Hill Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (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
87%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Idaho Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Idaho Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in ID
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

Location

402 EAST 3RD STREET SOUTH, Oldtown, ID 83822

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Idaho Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bess Herian Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Cusick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Priest Lake), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oldtown, see our Oldtown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HOUSE OF THE LORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oldtown 0.6 mi 5.9
Sadie Halstead Middle School Newport 0.8 mi 4.6
Stratton Elementary Newport 1.0 mi 5.3
Pend Oreille River School Newport 1.0 mi 6.8
Newport Home Link Newport 1.0 mi 3.1
Newport High School Newport 1.2 mi 4.7
LIFE PREP ACADEMY Newport 4.9 mi
PRIEST RIVER JR HIGH SCHOOL Priest River 5.4 mi 3.7
PRIEST RIVER LAMANNA HIGH Priest River 5.5 mi 3.9
PRIEST RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest River 5.7 mi 5.4
SPIRIT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spirit Lake 16.4 mi 5.8
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF NORTH IDAHO, INC. Spirit Lake 16.7 mi
TIMBERLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spirit Lake 17.3 mi 6.4
TIMBERLAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Spirit Lake 17.5 mi 7.8
Bess Herian Elementary Cusick 16.3 mi 7.7
Cusick Jr Sr High School Cusick 16.3 mi 5.7
Home Pride Cusick 16.3 mi 5.0
PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest Lake 23.7 mi 7.3
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 23.6 mi 7.9
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 25.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,959

Median Home Value

$374,300

Median Rent

$903/mo

Population

2,511

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

82.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

50.2

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SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID 6.5
HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 6.4
RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malta, ID 6.4
BASIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho City, ID 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Idaho Hill Elementary School

What grades does Idaho Hill Elementary School serve?

Idaho Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Idaho Hill Elementary School?

Idaho Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Idaho Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Idaho Hill Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Idaho Hill Elementary School rank in ID?

Idaho Hill Elementary School ranks #321 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Idaho Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Idaho Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Idaho Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Idaho Hill Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Idaho Hill Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Idaho Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Idaho Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idaho Hill Elementary School?

30.9% of students at Idaho Hill 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Bonner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.0%

District

WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,002
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$3
District Rank
#2 of 5

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