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Very Good

#255 of 719 schools in ID

Top 35% in state

Pinehurst Elementary School

Elementary School · KELLOGG JOINT DISTRICT

201 SOUTH 3 STREET, Pinehurst, ID 83850

Enrollment

454

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#255 of 719

In district

#2 of 4

KELLOGG JOINT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Pinehurst Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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About Pinehurst Elementary School

Pinehurst Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pinehurst, ID, part of KELLOGG JOINT DISTRICT. Pinehurst Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinehurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #255 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Pinehurst Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pinehurst Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

34% of students at Pinehurst Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,142
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Pinehurst Elementary School — Students at Pinehurst Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.5% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Pinehurst Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in ID
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

Location

201 SOUTH 3 STREET, Pinehurst, ID 83850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinehurst Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Harrison), which scores notably higher. Another option is SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Osburn), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Cataldo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pinehurst, see our Pinehurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

19 within 38.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KELLOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Kellogg 4.8 mi 6.2
SILVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kellogg 5.1 mi
KELLOGG HIGH SCHOOL Kellogg 5.2 mi 6.8
CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cataldo 8.6 mi 7.4
SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn 12.2 mi 7.6
CALDER SCHOOL Avery 18.2 mi
WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Wallace 15.1 mi 7.9
ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL St. Maries 21.4 mi 7.4
ST MARIES COMMUNITY EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE St. Maries 21.4 mi
HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries 22.0 mi 4.5
ST MARIES MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Maries 22.0 mi 6.5
MULLAN SCHOOLS Mullan 21.1 mi 7.6
UPRIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fernwood 30.2 mi 3.3
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison 22.4 mi 9.3
KOOTENAI JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Harrison 22.4 mi 7.5
ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol 35.4 mi 5.1
Noxon School Noxon 38.1 mi 4.4
Noxon 7-8 Noxon 38.1 mi
Noxon High School Noxon 38.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,154

Median Home Value

$261,900

Median Rent

$878/mo

Population

2,555

College Educated

10.1%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

41.3

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School Rating
ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, ID 7.1
MAXINE JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Parma, ID 7.1
SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene, ID 7.1
BIRCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa, ID 7.0
GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.0
HOWARD E THIRKILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Soda Springs, ID 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinehurst Elementary School

What grades does Pinehurst Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Pinehurst Elementary School?

Pinehurst Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Pinehurst Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pinehurst Elementary School rank in ID?

Pinehurst Elementary School ranks #255 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Pinehurst Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinehurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Pinehurst Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinehurst Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pinehurst Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pinehurst Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

51.8% of students at Pinehurst 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
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Shoshone County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

District

KELLOGG JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,138
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,142
District Rank
#2 of 4

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