Average
#28 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 33% of private schools
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center
School
602 13TH ST, Lewiston, ID 83501
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#28 of 82
In Lewiston
#3 of 5
public schools
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Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center
School in Lewiston · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Region 2 Juvenile Detention Center
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About Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center is a private school in Lewiston, ID. Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- ID avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Lewiston, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center (this school) | 6.8 |
| REGION 2 JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | — |
| JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| MCGHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| LEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| ORCHARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| SACAJAWEA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| CAMELOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| TAMMANY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ID
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
602 13TH ST, Lewiston, ID 83501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Special Services (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clarkston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Discovery Virtual School (rated 3.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Clarkston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lewiston, see our Lewiston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| REGION 2 JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Lewiston | 0.3 mi | — |
| WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME Lewiston | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Charles Francis Adams High School Clarkston | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Parkway Elementary Clarkston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clarkston | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MCGHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Grantham Elementary Clarkston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Educational Opportunity Center Clarkston | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Educational Opportunity Center Reengagement Clarkston | 2.0 mi | — |
| Special Services Clarkston | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Discovery Virtual School Clarkston | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| LEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Lewiston | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Elementary Clarkston | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,909
Median Home Value
$297,300
Median Rent
$948/mo
Population
37,478
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
16.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise, ID | 6.9 |
| CLEAR LAKES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buhl, ID | 6.6 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME Lewiston, ID | 7.0 |
| MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 6.5 |
| RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payette, ID | 8.2 |
| SILVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kellogg, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center
What grades does Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center serve?
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center?
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center rank in ID?
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center ranks #28 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center a private school?
Yes, Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center a religious school?
No, Northwest Childrens Home Educ Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Nez Perce County
- Phone
- (208) 746-8206
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