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#479 of 719 schools in ID
Priest River Elementary School
Elementary School · WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT
231 HARRIET STREET, Priest River, ID 83856
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#479 of 719
In Priest River
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT
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Priest River Elementary School
Elementary School in Priest River · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Priest River Lamanna High
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About Priest River Elementary School
Priest River Elementary School is a public elementary school in Priest River, ID, part of WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT. Priest River Elementary School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Priest River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Priest River Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Priest River 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.
Score Breakdown
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Priest River Elementary School — Students at Priest River Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44%
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: 6.1/10.
How Priest River Elementary School Compares
See how Priest River Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
231 HARRIET STREET, Priest River, ID 83856
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Priest River Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Priest Lake), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IDAHO HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Oldtown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Priest River, see our Priest River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PRIEST RIVER LAMANNA HIGH Priest River | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| PRIEST RIVER JR HIGH SCHOOL Priest River | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| HOUSE OF THE LORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oldtown | 5.6 mi | 5.9 |
| IDAHO HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oldtown | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Sadie Halstead Middle School Newport | 6.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Stratton Elementary Newport | 6.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Pend Oreille River School Newport | 6.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Newport Home Link Newport | 6.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Newport High School Newport | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SPIRIT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spirit Lake | 15.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF NORTH IDAHO, INC. Spirit Lake | 15.4 mi | — |
| LIFE PREP ACADEMY Newport | 10.5 mi | — |
| TIMBERLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spirit Lake | 16.0 mi | 6.4 |
| TIMBERLAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Spirit Lake | 16.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol | 19.3 mi | 5.1 |
| SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint | 15.6 mi | — |
| PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest Lake | 22.7 mi | 7.3 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum | 22.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint | 16.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83856 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,898
Median Home Value
$373,800
Median Rent
$820/mo
Population
6,913
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
50.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey, ID | 5.4 |
| I T STODDARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID | 5.5 |
| ROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kuna, ID | 5.5 |
| PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID | 5.3 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise, ID | 5.6 |
| IOWA ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Priest River Elementary School
What grades does Priest River Elementary School serve?
Priest River Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Priest River Elementary School?
Priest River Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Priest River Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Priest River Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Priest River Elementary School rank in ID?
Priest River Elementary School ranks #479 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Priest River Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Priest River Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Priest River Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Priest River Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Priest River Elementary School a charter school?
No, Priest River Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Priest River Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Priest River Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Priest River Elementary School?
44.0% of students at Priest River 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Bonner County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.6%
- Phone
- (208) 448-1181
Resources & Links
District
WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,002
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $3
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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