Northwest Children's Home in Lewiston, ID, is a co–ed special education school serving grades 3 through 12 in a small city setting.
The school enrolls 53 students and employs 10 teachers, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 5:1.
Northwest Children's Home has a nonsectarian orientation and is part of other school associations.
The student population includes 7.8% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the Lewiston community.
This Idaho special education school is located near several other private schools offering a range of grade levels and student–teacher ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Student Body
Total Students
53 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Northwest Children's Home?
The application deadline for Northwest Children's Home is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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