PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the WEST BONNER COUNTY DISTRICT school district, located in PRIEST LAKE, ID with about 46 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 4 teachers, PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 27732 Highway 57 in Priest Lake, Idaho, serves as a vital educational anchor for the remote, tight-knit community nestled in the scenic panhandle of the state. As part of the Lake Pend Oreille School District, the school is characterized by its small-town atmosphere and its integration into the unique geography of the Priest Lake region. Given its rural setting, the school often focuses on maintaining small class sizes and fostering close, personalized relationships between students, dedicated faculty, and local families.

Academically and culturally, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment tailored to the needs of a small student body. Beyond the standard curriculum, the school’s location provides unique opportunities for outdoor education and place-based learning, leveraging the natural beauty of the surrounding forests and lakes. For the residents of this sparsely populated area, Priest Lake Elementary is more than just an academic institution; it is a central hub for community engagement and the foundational starting point for students’ educational journeys within the region.

For more information, contact PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 443-2555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.