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Very Good

#135 of 719 schools in ID

Top 19% in state

John Brown Elementary School

Elementary School · LAKELAND DISTRICT

PO BOX 10, Rathdrum, ID 83858

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#135 of 719

In Rathdrum

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 11

LAKELAND DISTRICT

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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John Brown Elementary School

7.9/10

Elementary School in Rathdrum · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About John Brown Elementary School

John Brown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rathdrum, ID, part of LAKELAND DISTRICT. John Brown Elementary School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for John Brown Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,406
Chronic Absenteeism9%

John Brown Elementary School — Students at John Brown Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.6% (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
83%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How John Brown Elementary School Compares

See how John Brown Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in ID
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

PO BOX 10, Rathdrum, ID 83858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Brown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Post Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Post Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rathdrum, see our Rathdrum schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Rathdrum 0.2 mi 5.2
MOUNTAINVIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum 0.3 mi 3.3
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum 0.4 mi 7.1
NORTH IDAHO STEM CHARTER ACADEMY Rathdrum 0.6 mi 8.3
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 1.2 mi 7.8
KTEC School Rathdrum 2.0 mi
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 3.3 mi 7.9
CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum 4.0 mi 5.9
ELEVATE ACADEMY NORTH Calwell 5.1 mi
TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY Post Falls 5.4 mi 8.2
GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 5.6 mi 8.8
GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 4.0 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL Hayden 5.3 mi 6.4
POST FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 6.0 mi 6.2
ATLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayden Lake 5.2 mi 7.5
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Post Falls 6.0 mi 6.4
GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls 6.1 mi 4.8
GENESIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Post Falls 6.2 mi 6.4
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 4.6 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SEMINARY Rathdrum 4.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,006

Median Home Value

$452,700

Median Rent

$1,244/mo

Population

19,315

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.9
LENA WHITMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.9
SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID 7.9
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.9
LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Nampa, ID 8.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Brown Elementary School

What grades does John Brown Elementary School serve?

John Brown Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend John Brown Elementary School?

John Brown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Brown Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Brown 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 John Brown Elementary School rank in ID?

John Brown Elementary School ranks #135 of 719 schools in ID.

What is John Brown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Brown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 John Brown Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Brown Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John Brown Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is John Brown Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John Brown Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Brown Elementary School?

45.1% of students at John Brown 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Kootenai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

LAKELAND DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,527
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,406
District Rank
#1 of 11

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