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#592 of 719 schools in ID

West Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · POST FALLS DISTRICT

1758 NORTH CLARK FORK PARKWAY, Post Falls, ID 83854

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#592 of 719

In Post Falls

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#12 of 12

POST FALLS DISTRICT

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West Ridge Elementary School

4.6/10

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

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About West Ridge Elementary School

West Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Post Falls, ID, part of POST FALLS DISTRICT. West Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for West Ridge Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,401
Chronic Absenteeism24.1%

West Ridge Elementary School — Students at West Ridge Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below 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%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.9% (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
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
44%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How West Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in ID
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1758 NORTH CLARK FORK PARKWAY, Post Falls, ID 83854

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Post Falls, see our Post Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SELTICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 0.8 mi 5.8
RIVER CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls 0.7 mi 5.6
MULLAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 1.0 mi 5.8
FREDERICK POST KINDER CENTER Post Falls 1.1 mi 5.4
NEW VISION HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 1.2 mi 5.3
POST FALLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls 1.2 mi 6.7
PINE GROVE ACADEMY Post Falls 2.5 mi 5.1
GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 2.6 mi 8.8
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Post Falls 2.6 mi 6.4
POST FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 2.8 mi 6.2
GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls 3.1 mi 4.8
GENESIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Post Falls 3.2 mi 6.4
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 3.6 mi 5.3
ELEVATE ACADEMY NORTH Calwell 3.5 mi
East Farms STEAM School Newman Lake 4.1 mi 6.7
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 5.9 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SEMINARY Rathdrum 5.9 mi
TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY Post Falls 4.2 mi 8.2
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 6.0 mi 7.8
CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum 5.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83854 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,820

Median Home Value

$433,700

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Population

53,152

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.4%

Median Age

36

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MOUNTAIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon, ID 4.6
SHERMAN ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID 4.6
HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries, ID 4.5
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Ridge Elementary School

What grades does West Ridge Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend West Ridge Elementary School?

West Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Ridge Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Ridge Elementary School rank in ID?

West Ridge Elementary School ranks #592 of 719 schools in ID.

What is West Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 West Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Ridge Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

32.0% of students at West Ridge 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kootenai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.1%

District

POST FALLS DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,894
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,401
District Rank
#12 of 12

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