Very Good
#22 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 26% of private schools
Northwest Children's Home
School
419 22ND AVE, Lewiston, ID 83501
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#22 of 82
In Lewiston
#2 of 5
public schools
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Northwest Children's Home
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About Northwest Children's Home
Northwest Children's Home is a private school in Lewiston, ID. Northwest Children's Home serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Children's Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Northwest Children's Home 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Northwest Children's Home sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northwest Children's Home 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 Children's Home compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Lewiston, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northwest Children's Home (this school) | 7.0 |
| WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| REGION 2 JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | — |
| MCGHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| LEWISTON HIGH 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
419 22ND AVE, Lewiston, ID 83501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Children's Home may also want to explore other schools in the area. NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Special Services (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clarkston), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Discovery Virtual School (rated 3.2/10, 1.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER Lewiston | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Parkway Elementary Clarkston | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| REGION 2 JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Lewiston | 1.4 mi | — |
| Charles Francis Adams High School Clarkston | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lewiston | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Clarkston | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MCGHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Educational Opportunity Center Clarkston | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Educational Opportunity Center Reengagement Clarkston | 1.7 mi | — |
| Special Services Clarkston | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Discovery Virtual School Clarkston | 1.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Grantham Elementary Clarkston | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Highland Elementary Clarkston | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Heights Elementary Clarkston | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
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 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER Lewiston, ID | 6.8 |
| CLEAR LAKES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buhl, ID | 6.6 |
| MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID | 6.5 |
| SILVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kellogg, ID | — |
| SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION Caldwell, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Children's Home
What grades does Northwest Children's Home serve?
Northwest Children's Home serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Northwest Children's Home?
Northwest Children's Home has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Children's Home?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Children's Home is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northwest Children's Home rank in ID?
Northwest Children's Home ranks #22 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Northwest Children's Home's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Children's Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Children's Home a private school?
Yes, Northwest Children's Home 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 Children's Home a religious school?
No, Northwest Children's Home is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 79% M / 21% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- 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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