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Lena Whitmore Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 309 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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Posted January 11, 2012

I have been a parent at Lena Whitmore for eleven years. This school is a shining example of great education. The principle is extremely committed to building a great educational environment, and creates an environment where teachers are supported and the kids are loved. With this foundation, the kids are able to excel! Many of the teachers here make teaching the children their whole life, and are constantly working to improve their already great curriculum. They take the time to focus on the needs of individual students. Another amazing thing about Lena is that in all the years my children have attended Lena, there has been zero bullying. I think this is due to the wonderful loving supportive atmosphere there, the diligent efforts of the councilor there, and to the pairing up of older and younger kids that builds relationships of trust. Lena works hard to prepare the children for Junior High, and does an excellent job of preparing them for the school work there, and giving them a solid base with a strong self image. Several of our kids have participated in the Gifted and Talented Program, which is also exceptional.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 11, 2012

I am a former student at this school and would like to thank any Lena teachers who read this review. You have all been great examples for me in my formative years. I don't remember once having reason to question the devotion and pride that you all have in your work--not in the seven years I attended.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2007

This school is outstanding, they are constantly changing and adapting to the needs of their students. Student to teacher ratio is great, they often have students from the University of Idaho (who want to be teachers) there to help students. The school seems to make sure that students are taken well care of, not leaving anyone behind.
—Submitted by Sara, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 74% in 2011.

41 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
86%
Math

The state average for Math was 89% in 2011.

41 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

41 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 81% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
89%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
96%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 87% in 2011.

42 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 79% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
86%
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 88% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
93%

2008

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2011.

45 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 75% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
83%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 88% in 2011.

44 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students68%
Female73%
Male65%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White71%
Economically disadvantaged50%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Math

All Students93%
Female93%
Male92%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White91%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students88%
Female87%
Male89%
African Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White88%
Economically disadvantaged72%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students93%
Female94%
Male92%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indiann/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Math

All Students95%
Female94%
Male96%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indiann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students95%
Female94%
Male96%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
American Indiann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students85%
Female87%
Male82%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White84%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Math

All Students93%
Female91%
Male96%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White93%
Economically disadvantaged90%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students89%
Female91%
Male86%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students69%
Female74%
Male64%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White68%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students93%
Female96%
Male88%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Math

All Students89%
Female85%
Male94%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students98%
Female96%
Male100%
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
American Indiann/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged94%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 89% 81%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4% 2%
Hispanic 4% 14%
American Indian/Alaska Native 3% 2%
Black 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 26%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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110 South Blaine St
Moscow, ID 83843
Phone: (208) 882-2621

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