Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Kootenai Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kootenai Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kootenai Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kootenai Elementary School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#198 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Kootenai Elementary School's ranking?
Kootenai Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Kootenai Elementary School often compared to?
Kootenai Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kootenai Elementary School?
367 students attend Kootenai Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kootenai Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kootenai Elementary School?
Kootenai Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kootenai Elementary School offer ?
Kootenai Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kootenai Elementary School part of?
Kootenai Elementary School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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