Fernan STEM Academy vs Lakes Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 994 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fernan STEM Academy
Coeur D'alene · Public elementary · Grades K–5
356 students
Lakes Magnet School
Coeur D'alene · Public middle · Grades 6–8
539 students
| Measure | Fernan STEM Academy Coeur D'alene, Idaho | Lakes Magnet School Coeur D'alene, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #189 of 352 | #41 of 106 |
| National rank | #24972 of 50,301 | #6147 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 356 | 539 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 539 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.4% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 43% |
| city | Coeur D'alene | Coeur D'alene |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakes Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.9 vs 50.3).
- •Fernan STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 43%).
- •Lakes Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Fernan STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.4% vs 47.3%).
- •Lakes Magnet School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 17.0).
- •Lakes Magnet School is the larger school with 539 students compared with 356.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fernan STEM Academy better than Lakes Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakes Magnet School ranks higher (56.9 vs 50.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Fernan STEM Academy and Lakes Magnet School?
About 994 m in a straight line, between Coeur D'alene and Coeur D'alene in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fernan STEM Academy: 356. Lakes Magnet School: 539. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fernan STEM Academy and Lakes Magnet School rank in Idaho?
Fernan STEM Academy is 189th of 352 and Lakes Magnet School is 41st of 106 among elementary schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).