GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LAKELAND DISTRICT school district, located in RATHDRUM, ID with about 391 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 21 teachers, GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the Lakeland Joint School District in Rathdrum, Idaho. Situated in a rural-suburban setting on Ramsey Road, the school serves students in the northern Kootenai County area. As part of the Lakeland district, the school focuses on providing foundational academic instruction, fostering a community-oriented environment, and preparing elementary-aged children for the transition to middle school within the district’s educational pipeline.

The school is known for its role in the close-knit Rathdrum community, emphasizing a supportive atmosphere where educators work to meet the developmental needs of young learners. Like many schools in the region, Garwood Elementary typically integrates state-standardized curricula with a focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. For parents and families, it serves as a central hub for early childhood education, balancing academic rigor with the extracurricular and social opportunities necessary for a well-rounded elementary experience.

For more information, contact GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 687-1265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.