St Maries High School

What St Maries High School does

St. Maries Joint School District No. 41 is a public K-12 school district headquartered at 240 S. 11th Street in St. Maries, Idaho, operating four schools — Heyburn Elementary, St. Maries Middle School, UpRiver School, and St. Maries High School (the "Lumberjacks") — and serving approximately 900-954 students across roughly 2,350 square miles of Benewah and Shoshone counties. The district was founded in 1913 and serves a rural, geographically dispersed population where students commonly ride buses up to 45 minutes one-way. It is governed by an elected Board of Trustees and is not a privately held or investable entity in the conventional sense; its operating revenue is sourced from state per-pupil allocations, federal Title I and National School Lunch Program funding, and local property taxes, with a one-time $14 million U.S. Department of Energy Renew America's Schools grant awarded in 2024 for infrastructure modernization.

Core operations span standard public-education functions: K-12 instruction aligned to Idaho Content Standards, Title I reading intervention, special education under IDEA and Section 504, free universal breakfast under Provision II, and student transportation covering over 182,930 miles annually. Technology infrastructure consists of undifferentiated school-administration SaaS — Skyward Qmlativ (student information system, transitioning in 2025 from SMS 2.0), E-Funds for payments, SafeSchools for staff compliance training, Linq Connect for menus, and the See Tell Now anonymous threat reporting line — none of which constitute proprietary or AI-enabled capability.

The strategic posture is community-led and infrastructure-oriented. The district monetizes no commercial product; its 2024-2029 Strategic Plan focuses on ELA proficiency (55% at grade level), math proficiency (45%), maintaining a 90%+ graduation rate, and improving student belonging. Recent strategic emphasis has shifted toward a $14M facility modernization partnership with McKinstry (HVAC, envelope sealing, window/lighting replacement, electrical upgrades), expansion of career-technical education through apprenticeship and Certified Nursing Assistant programs with Benewah Community Hospital and local businesses, and continued dual-enrollment partnerships with North Idaho College and Lewis Clark State College. Key constraints include a fixed geographic tax base, declining or stable enrollment in rural northern Idaho, and reliance on state appropriations for the dominant share of recurring revenue.

Name

St Maries High School

Legal name

St. Maries Joint School District No. 41

Website

https://sd41.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1913

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

St. Maries Joint School District No. 41 is a public K-12 school district in northern Idaho serving roughly 900-954 students across four schools within a 2,350-square-mile catchment. It operates on state, federal, and local funding, with a 2024 $14M DOE infrastructure grant funding district-wide HVAC and energy upgrades.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• Secondary education services
• Special education programs
• School food services
• Student transportation services

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Maries

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. State Funding (State of Idaho): Per-pupil state funding allocation from Idaho State Department of Education based on enrollment and attendance.
2. Local Property Tax Revenue: Local property tax revenues that support district operations and budget.
3. Title I Federal Funding: Federally funded program providing extra academic support in reading for low-achieving children. Funding allocation based on census and free/reduced lunch count data.
4. National School Lunch Program: Federal dollars supporting free/reduced breakfast and lunch for qualifying students. One application qualifies students for both meals.
5. Renew America Schools Grant: $14 million grant from U.S. Department of Energy for HVAC upgrades, window replacements, and energy efficiency improvements across all district schools.
6. Dual Enrollment and AP Revenue: Revenue from dual-enrollment partnerships with North Idaho College and Lewis Clark State College, and Advanced Placement classes for college credit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

St. Maries High School, part of St. Maries Joint School District No. 41, delivers public secondary education to students in grades 9-12 in St. Maries, Idaho. The school provides academic instruction, dual-enrollment and apprenticeship pathways, special education services, school meals, and student transportation, supported by federal Title I, National School Lunch Program, and state/district funding. It is one of four schools in the district, alongside Heyburn Elementary, St. Maries Middle School, and UpRiver School.

Product overview

St. Maries Joint School District 41 operates a comprehensive educational services platform serving approximately 900-954 students across four schools (Heyburn Elementary, St. Maries High School, St. Maries Middle School, and UpRiver School). The district's core product offerings include Skyward Qmlativ for student information management, Title I academic support programs, National School Lunch Program with free breakfast provisions, Special Education services, and Student Transportation. The district recently transitioned to Skyward Qmlativ (2025) replacing the older SMS 2.0 system. Additionally, the district is implementing a major infrastructure improvement project through the Renew America's Schools Grant, upgrading HVAC systems, windows, and electrical infrastructure district-wide. Related services include the See, Tell, Now! anonymous threat reporting system and a comprehensive district assessment program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• St. Maries High School Academic Program Public secondary education for grades 9-12 in St. Maries, Idaho, delivered through in-classroom instruction, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The program serves district-resident and open-enrollment students.
• Title I Schoolwide Program Federally funded supplemental academic support for eligible students at St. Maries High School under the Title I Schoolwide Program framework. For students qualifying for free/reduced-price lunch and needing additional academic support.
• National School Lunch Program Federal school-meal program providing daily breakfast and lunch to St. Maries High School students, including free breakfast for all students and reduced-price meals for eligible families. Administered by the district's Food Service Department under USDA guidelines.
• Special Education Services Special education services under IDEA for students with disabilities, including IEP development, related services, and accommodations. For students with identified learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
• Student Transportation Services School bus transportation covering more than 2,350 square miles of rural northern Idaho for student pickup and drop-off. For district students living outside walking distance.
• See, Tell, Now! Threat Reporting System Anonymous threat reporting system (See, Tell, Now!) enabling students, parents, and community members to report safety concerns at the school. For students, parents, and community members.
• District Assessment Program District-wide academic assessment program using STAR 360 and Amira/ISIP screening tools to measure student progress and reading levels. For district students and instructional staff.
• Skyward Qmlativ Student Information System Skyward Qmlativ student information system used for student enrollment, grade management, attendance, and family communication. For students, parents, and school staff.
• Renew America Schools Facility Modernization Facility and energy upgrades supported by a $14 million federal Renew America Schools grant, including building envelope, HVAC, lighting, and energy efficiency improvements across the high school and other district facilities. For students and staff who use the buildings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 55% of students at grade level or above in ELA
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• McKinstrycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2024McKinstry is leading the Renew America Schools grant project valued at $14 million for comprehensive HVAC upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and facility modernization across all four district schools. The project includes envelope upgrades, electrical service improvements, and building automation systems. McKinstry brings experience with labor relations, productivity management, and innovation in energy projects.
• North Idaho CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual-enrollment classes offered to high school students allowing them to earn college credit while in high school. North Idaho College is located approximately 60 miles north of St. Maries in Coeur d'Alene.
• Lewis Clark State CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual-enrollment classes offered to high school students for college credit. Lewis Clark State College is located approximately 100 miles south of St. Maries.
• Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDEQ has worked with the district to help protect students, faculty, and staff from air quality issues, particularly given local airshed challenges from residential woodsmoke, wood products industry particulates, and wildfire smoke. DEQ will provide input on infrastructure changes to improve indoor air quality.
• Timber PlusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional economic development council for Benewah County committed to supporting the district by providing expertise to help ensure the health, quality, and success of the school infrastructure project.
• Benewah Community HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistrict partnered with BCH in the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program as well as job shadowing opportunities. BCH will benefit from students having access to safe and healthy learning environments.
• Valley Vista Care CorporationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with district in offering the Certified Nursing Associate program for students. Potential to incorporate Indoor Air Quality and health-related content into this program.
• St. Maries Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWill promote district events and activities that encourage community participation. Believes improved school facilities enhance quality of education and directly relate to community vitality and financial well-being.
• St. Maries Gazette RecordminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal newspaper will work with district to publish content celebrating the success of the energy improvement project and educate the community about clean energy strategies.
• Local Unions (Local 73, 121, 348, 370)minorOthersMcKinstry has relationships with Local 73 (Electrical Workers), Local 121 (Laborers), Local 348 (Operating Engineers), Local 370 (Laborers) spanning Washington, Montana, Idaho, and Oregon. These relationships ensure apprenticeship participation and workforce training opportunities.
• Local Businesses (Apprenticeship Programs)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Maries High School has begun partnering with local businesses to offer apprenticeship programs providing students with career pathway opportunities.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Boise School District: Largest K-12 public district in Idaho. Operates within the same state funding and regulatory framework but at materially larger scale and with much greater resources, serving as the urban benchmark against which rural districts like St. Maries are compared.
• Pocatello School District 25: Mid-sized Idaho K-12 public district operating under the same state funding rules and accountability regime as St. Maries. Comparable in providing the full K-12 spectrum and Title I services at a meaningfully larger scale.

Direct peers

• Coeur d'Alene School District 271: Neighboring north Idaho K-12 public school district serving Coeur d'Alene and surrounding areas. Most directly comparable peer given shared Idaho regulatory environment, similar state funding mechanics, and overlapping open-enrollment geography with St. Maries.
• Plummer-Worley Joint School District 6: Small rural K-12 public district in Benewah County, Idaho, sharing the same county as St. Maries. Comparable size, socio-economic profile, and reliance on Title I funding make it the most directly comparable rural peer.
• Kellogg Joint School District 391: Shoshone County, Idaho K-12 public district adjacent to Wallace. Comparable rural, resource-economy community with similar Title I and operational profile to St. Maries.
• Lakeland Joint School District 272: Rural north Idaho K-12 public school district serving communities near Coeur d'Alene and the Silver Valley. Comparable size, rural geography, and Idaho funding model make it a close functional peer.
• Wallace School District 393: Shoshone County, Idaho K-12 district serving the Silver Valley. Overlaps with St. Maries' geographic service area and shares rural Idaho district characteristics, Title I reliance, and enrollment scale.

Others

• North Idaho College: Dual-enrollment partner institution located ~60 miles north of St. Maries. Adjacent in the education value chain rather than a competitor — comparable because it is a direct upstream provider of college credit that flows through St. Maries' curriculum.
• Skyward (Student Management System Vendor): Vendor of the Skyward Qmlativ SIS platform that St. Maries uses for student information management. Comparable as an ecosystem participant — enables the district's administrative backbone rather than competing with it.

Emerging players

• Idaho Digital Learning Academy: Statewide Idaho virtual and blended learning provider offering AP and supplemental courses. A potential partial substitute or complement to St. Maries' dual-enrollment and AP offerings, particularly relevant for rural districts expanding college-credit access.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/StMariesSD
• Instagraminstagram.com/smsd.41
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/st-maries-high-school

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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