FERNAN STEM ACADEMY

331 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Fernan STEM Academy, located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, is a specialized elementary school dedicated to integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into its core curriculum. As part of the Coeur d’Alene School District, the academy focuses on fostering a hands-on, inquiry-based learning environment. By emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration, the school prepares students to engage with complex real-world challenges through project-based learning and the integration of modern technology in the classroom.

Beyond its academic focus on STEM, Fernan is known for cultivating a supportive and community-oriented school culture. The academy leverages its unique curriculum to encourage student curiosity and innovation, often partnering with local resources to enhance educational experiences. By providing a structured yet creative atmosphere, Fernan STEM Academy aims to equip young learners with the essential skills and academic foundation necessary for future success in an increasingly tech-driven world.

331

Total Students

20.8

Full-Time Teachers

15.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

45.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FERNAN STEM ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	274
Hispanic	29
Two or More	27
Pacific Islander	1

White
274 (82.8 %)
Hispanic
29 (8.8 %)
Two or More
27 (8.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Not reported
Shared Time Status:	Not reported
District:	COEUR D'ALENE DISTRICT
Phone:	(208)664-2659
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Not reported
Qualified Free Lunch:	133
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 54

Grade 1 52

Grade 2 58

Grade 3 56

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 45