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#116 of 719 schools in ID

Top 16% in state

Washington Elementary School

Elementary School · LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

420 SOUTH BOYER AVENUE, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Enrollment

315

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#116 of 719

In Sandpoint

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Washington Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Sandpoint · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Washington Elementary School

Washington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sandpoint, ID, part of LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Washington Elementary School serves approximately 315 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Washington Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,061

Washington Elementary School — Students at Washington Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.6% (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
82%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Washington Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in ID
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers

Location

420 SOUTH BOYER AVENUE, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Washington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Hope), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 8.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Kootenai), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sandpoint, see our Sandpoint schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint 0.5 mi 4.1
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.5 mi 7.5
SANDPOINT HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.6 mi 6.3
FORREST M BIRD CHARTER SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.7 mi 7.0
LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.0 mi 4.5
LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint 0.9 mi
SANDPOINT WALDORF SCHOOL Sandpoint 0.9 mi 6.5
FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 1.2 mi 6.5
SANDPOINT JR ACADEMY Sandpoint 1.0 mi
SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint 2.8 mi
SELKIRK SCHOOL Sandpoint 2.0 mi
SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay 3.7 mi 5.6
KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai 3.6 mi 7.4
SAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sagle 4.5 mi 5.0
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 8.6 mi 8.4
SOUTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocolalla 11.7 mi 5.9
HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope 14.0 mi 8.7
NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 22.3 mi 4.8
ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol 23.3 mi 5.1
PRIEST RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest River 17.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,595

Median Home Value

$474,100

Median Rent

$1,136/mo

Population

19,773

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

45.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL Nampa, ID 8.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 8.0
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.9
JOHN BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.9
LENA WHITMORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.9
McMillan Elementary Boise, ID 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Washington Elementary School

What grades does Washington Elementary School serve?

Washington Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Washington Elementary School?

Washington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 315 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Washington Elementary School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Washington Elementary School rank in ID?

Washington Elementary School ranks #116 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Washington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Washington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Washington Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Washington Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Washington Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

32.4% of students at Washington 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
93 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
315
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bonner County

District

LAKE PEND OREILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,647
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,061
District Rank
#3 of 12

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