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Mullan Trail Elementary School

Elementary School · POST FALLS DISTRICT

300 WEST CHERRY, Post Falls, ID 83854

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#445 of 719

In Post Falls

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

POST FALLS DISTRICT

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Mullan Trail Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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About Mullan Trail Elementary School

Mullan Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Post Falls, ID, part of POST FALLS DISTRICT. Mullan Trail Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mullan Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #445 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Mullan Trail Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,401
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Mullan Trail Elementary School — Students at Mullan Trail Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (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
86%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Mullan Trail Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in ID
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 WEST CHERRY, Post Falls, ID 83854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mullan Trail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Post Falls, see our Post Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FREDERICK POST KINDER CENTER Post Falls 0.2 mi 5.4
NEW VISION HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 0.2 mi 5.3
SELTICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 0.2 mi 5.8
RIVER CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls 0.4 mi 5.6
POST FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls 0.5 mi 6.7
WEST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 1.0 mi 4.6
GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 2.0 mi 8.8
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Post Falls 1.9 mi 6.4
POST FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 2.1 mi 6.2
GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls 2.4 mi 4.8
GENESIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Post Falls 2.4 mi 6.4
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 2.6 mi 5.3
ELEVATE ACADEMY NORTH Calwell 3.0 mi
PINE GROVE ACADEMY Post Falls 2.9 mi 5.1
TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY Post Falls 3.5 mi 8.2
CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum 4.8 mi 5.9
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 6.0 mi 7.8
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 6.5 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SEMINARY Rathdrum 6.5 mi
KTEC School Rathdrum 5.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,820

Median Home Value

$433,700

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Population

53,152

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

36

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
NEW PLYMOUTH ELEMENTARY New Plymouth, ID 5.8
SELTICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID 5.8
SPIRIT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spirit Lake, ID 5.8
DWORSHAK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Burley, ID 5.7
MORELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moreland, ID 5.7
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mullan Trail Elementary School

What grades does Mullan Trail Elementary School serve?

Mullan Trail Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mullan Trail Elementary School?

Mullan Trail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mullan Trail Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mullan Trail Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mullan Trail Elementary School rank in ID?

Mullan Trail Elementary School ranks #445 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Mullan Trail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mullan Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mullan Trail Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mullan Trail Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mullan Trail Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mullan Trail Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

33.3% of students at Mullan Trail 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kootenai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

POST FALLS DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,894
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,401
District Rank
#7 of 12

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