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Garwood Elementary School

North 17506 Ramsey Road
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Garwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in ID
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

School Overview

Garwood Elementary School's student population of 405 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Garwood Grizzlies Grow With Greatness! We are: Brave, Engaged, Always Respectful, Responsible and Safe!

School Rankings

Garwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garwood Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ID)
#293 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
46%
41%
53%
55%
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garwood Elementary School's ranking?
Garwood Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Garwood Elementary School often compared to?
Garwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Betty Kiefer Elementary School, Hayden Meadows Elementary School, North Idaho Stem Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Garwood Elementary School?
405 students attend Garwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Garwood Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garwood Elementary School?
Garwood Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garwood Elementary School offer ?
Garwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garwood Elementary School part of?
Garwood Elementary School is part of Lakeland School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 53% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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