For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,780 students in Rathdrum, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rathdrum, ID are North Idaho Stem Charter Academy, Betty Kiefer Elementary School and Twin Lakes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rathdrum, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Rathdrum have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Rathdrum, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Idaho Stem Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
15633 North Meyer Road
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-8002
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-8002
Gr: K-12 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Betty Kiefer Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13898 North Schooner Street
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5206
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5206
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Twin Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5326 West Rice Road
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5870
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5870
Gr: PK-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
John Brown Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15574 North Washington
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0551
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0551
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Garwood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
North 17506 Ramsey Road
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-1265
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-1265
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Lakeland Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15601 North Highway 41
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0661
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0661
Gr: 6-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Lakeland Online Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15506 North Washington Street
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 332-6800
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 332-6800
Gr: K-8
Rank: #88.
Mountainview Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7802 West Main Street
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0025
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-0025
Gr: 6-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rathdrum, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15506 Washington St
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5870
Rathdrum, ID 83858
(208) 687-5870
Gr: PK-12 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Rathdrum, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Rathdrum, ID include North Idaho Stem Charter Academy, Betty Kiefer Elementary School and Twin Lakes Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Rathdrum?
8 public elementary schools are located in Rathdrum.
What is the racial composition of students in Rathdrum?
Rathdrum public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Rathdrum are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Rathdrum include: Garwood Elementary School vs. Betty Kiefer Elementary School, Betty Kiefer Elementary School vs. Garwood Elementary School, Twin Lakes Elementary School vs. North Idaho Stem Charter Academy
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