Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Priest Lake 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Priest Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Priest Lake Elementary School's student population of 46 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
Strive for greatness!
School Rankings
Priest Lake 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 Priest Lake Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#187 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
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
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Priest Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Priest Lake Elementary School is ranked #187 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Priest Lake Elementary School?
46 students attend Priest Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Priest Lake Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Priest Lake Elementary School?
Priest Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Priest Lake Elementary School offer ?
Priest Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Priest Lake Elementary School part of?
Priest Lake Elementary School is part of West Bonner County School District.
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