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#500 of 719 schools in ID
Ponderosa Elementary School
Elementary School · POST FALLS DISTRICT
PO BOX 40, Post Falls, ID 83877
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#500 of 719
In Post Falls
#10 of 12
public schools
In district
#10 of 12
POST FALLS DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Ponderosa Elementary School
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About Ponderosa Elementary School
Ponderosa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Post Falls, ID, part of POST FALLS DISTRICT. Ponderosa Elementary School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ponderosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #500 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Ponderosa Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ponderosa Elementary School — Students at Ponderosa Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 4.5/10.
How Ponderosa Elementary School Compares
See how Ponderosa Elementary 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
PO BOX 40, Post Falls, ID 83877
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ponderosa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Coeur D'Alene), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Post Falls, see our Post Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GENESIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Post Falls | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| POST FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Post Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY NORTH Calwell | 2.6 mi | — |
| TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY Post Falls | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| POST FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW VISION HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| FREDERICK POST KINDER CENTER Post Falls | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MULLAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RIVER CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| SELTICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum | 4.1 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Coeur D Alene | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHRISTIAN CENTER SCHOOL Hayden | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| KTEC School Rathdrum | 5.9 mi | — |
| SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DORA ERICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 5.2 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL American Falls, ID | 5.2 |
| MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 5.2 |
| SHADOW BUTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Emmett, ID | 5.2 |
| HAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey, ID | 5.4 |
| PRIEST RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest River, ID | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ponderosa Elementary School
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School serve?
Ponderosa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponderosa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ponderosa Elementary School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ponderosa Elementary School rank in ID?
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks #500 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Ponderosa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ponderosa Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ponderosa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ponderosa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ponderosa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ponderosa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponderosa Elementary School?
45.2% of students at Ponderosa 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kootenai County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (208) 773-1508
Resources & Links
District
POST FALLS DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,894
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,401
- District Rank
- #10 of 12
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