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#53 of 719 schools in ID

Top 7% in state

Kootenai Elementary School

Elementary School · LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

GENERAL DELIVERY, Kootenai, ID 83840

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho elementary schools

#43 of 371

In district

#4 of 12

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Kootenai Elementary School

Kootenai Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kootenai, ID, part of the LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 367 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.8th percentile among ID schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math and 58% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $69,125, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency59%
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)44%
vs. Expected+13.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,174

Kootenai Elementary School — Students at Kootenai Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
59%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Kootenai Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
93th percentile in ID
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
8.1/10
Above average
Environment
8.3/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers

Location

GENERAL DELIVERY, Kootenai, ID 83840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kootenai Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Cocolalla), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Hope), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kootenai, see our Kootenai schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.7 mi
School Distance Rating
SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay 1.5 mi 5.6
SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint 1.9 mi
LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 2.7 mi 6.1
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 3.6 mi 7.3
FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 3.2 mi 7.0
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint 3.8 mi 7.7
LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint 3.8 mi 3.9
SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 3.9 mi 6.1
LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint 3.8 mi
SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint 3.9 mi 6.5
FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL Sandpoint 4.1 mi 6.4
SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint 3.9 mi
SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint 4.6 mi
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 5.1 mi 9.3
SAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sagle 7.7 mi 6.6
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla 15.1 mi 8.8
HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope 13.4 mi 8.5
NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 18.8 mi 4.4
CLARK FORK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Clark Fork 19.4 mi 6.3
ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol 26.7 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,125

Median Home Value

$286,700

Median Rent

$1,548/mo

Population

649

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

81.9%

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

38.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Kootenai Elementary School has a median household income of $69,125. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,700, with a median rent of $1,548/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
NORTHWEST EXPEDITION ACADEMY Coeur D'Alene, ID 8.3
SHOSHONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shoshone, ID 8.3
BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian, ID 8.4
THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 8.4
ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, ID 8.2
EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kootenai Elementary School

What grades does Kootenai Elementary School serve?

Kootenai Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Kootenai Elementary School?

Kootenai Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kootenai Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kootenai Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kootenai Elementary School rank in ID?

Kootenai Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 719 schools in ID.

What is Kootenai Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kootenai Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Kootenai Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Kootenai Elementary School has 54.7% math proficiency and 58.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Kootenai Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kootenai Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

41.7% of students at Kootenai 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (485/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bonner County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

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.

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