Lake City Academy is a PreK-8 Christian school in Coeur d'Alene offering small classes, ADD/ADHD support, and faith-based education
Lake City Academy is a PreK-8 Christian school in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, owned and operated by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The school maintains small classroom sizes with a 12:1 teacher-to-student ratio and offers ADD/ADHD support services for students who need additional academic accommodations. With 14 credentialed teachers—50% holding advanced degrees—the school is designed to provide individualized attention in a structured, nurturing environment.
Lake City Academy serves students from preschool (ages 3-5) through 8th grade with a Bible-based curriculum and experiential learning approach. The school supports students with diverse learning needs through its special education program focused on ADD/ADHD, making it accessible for families seeking a faith-based education with tailored academic support. Extracurricular options include sports, music, band, choir, robotics, and clubs to engage a range of student interests and abilities.
Tuition ranges from $3,500 to $6,900 depending on grade level, with 30% of students receiving financial aid (averaging $1,200 in grants). The school operates on a rolling admission basis with a 94% acceptance rate. For families interested in a smaller, religiously affiliated school with specialized support for attention and learning challenges, Lake City Academy offers a welcoming alternative to larger public systems.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students167
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$6,900
Fin. Aid30% receive aid
Est.1909
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1909 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,900 |
| Tuition Notes | 2023-2024 School Year PreK range $3500 - $6900 Kindergarten $6900 1st thru 4th grade $6200 5th and 6th grade $6500 7th and 8th grade $6700 |
| Total Students | 167 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 50 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 94 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 30 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,200 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 8 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Alpine Skiing · Basketball · Cross Country · Snowboarding · Soccer · Softball · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Library · National Junior Honor Society · Robotics Club · Arts and Music Programs: · Band and Choir · Chapel · Music Lessons · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Intramural basketball · Intramural Soccer · Intramural Softball · Intramural Volleyball |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC) |
| Religious Affiliations | Seventh Day Adventist |
| School Calendar | lakecityacademy.org/calendar |