Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Expedition Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Expedition Academy's student population of 373 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Northwest Expedition Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Expedition Academy is 0.29, 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
#402 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Northwest Expedition Academy's ranking?
Northwest Expedition Academy is ranked #402 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Northwest Expedition Academy often compared to?
Northwest Expedition Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Betty Kiefer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Northwest Expedition Academy?
373 students attend Northwest Expedition Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Northwest Expedition Academy students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Expedition Academy?
Northwest Expedition Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Expedition Academy offer ?
Northwest Expedition Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Expedition Academy part of?
Northwest Expedition Academy is part of Coeur D'alene School District.
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