Below Average
#593 of 719 schools in ID
Lake Pend Oreille High School
High School · LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1005 NORTH BOYER AVENUE, Sandpoint, ID 83864
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#593 of 719
In Sandpoint
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Lake Pend Oreille High School
High School in Sandpoint · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lake Pend Oreille High School
Lake Pend Oreille High School is a public high school in Sandpoint, ID, part of LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lake Pend Oreille High School serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Pend Oreille High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Lake Pend Oreille High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Lake Pend Oreille High 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.
80% of students at Lake Pend Oreille High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lake Pend Oreille High School — Students at Lake Pend Oreille High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.8/10.
How Lake Pend Oreille High School Compares
See how Lake Pend Oreille High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1005 NORTH BOYER AVENUE, Sandpoint, ID 83864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake Pend Oreille High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sandpoint, see our Sandpoint schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.0 mi | — |
| SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL Sandpoint | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint | 1.2 mi | — |
| SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint | 1.8 mi | — |
| SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint | 2.0 mi | — |
| KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sagle | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 7.9 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla | 12.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope | 14.3 mi | 8.7 |
| NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples | 21.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol | 24.3 mi | 5.1 |
| PRIEST RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest River | 17.6 mi | 5.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL Kuna, ID | 4.5 |
| BLACK CANYON JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Emmett, ID | 4.6 |
| PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette, ID | 4.2 |
| COSSA ACADEMY Wilder, ID | 4.9 |
| CLARK COUNTY JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Dubois, ID | 5.2 |
| JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Menan, ID | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake Pend Oreille High School
What grades does Lake Pend Oreille High School serve?
Lake Pend Oreille High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lake Pend Oreille High School?
Lake Pend Oreille High School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Pend Oreille High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake Pend Oreille High School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake Pend Oreille High School rank in ID?
Lake Pend Oreille High School ranks #593 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Lake Pend Oreille High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake Pend Oreille High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Lake Pend Oreille High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Pend Oreille High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lake Pend Oreille High School a charter school?
No, Lake Pend Oreille High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake Pend Oreille High School a Title I school?
No, Lake Pend Oreille High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Pend Oreille High School?
43.4% of students at Lake Pend Oreille High 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bonner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.5%
- Phone
- (208) 263-6121
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,647
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,061
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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