Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Garden Valley School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garden Valley School's student population of 285 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Valley School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Valley School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
23%
25%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Valley School's ranking?
Garden Valley School is ranked #310 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Garden Valley School often compared to?
Garden Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idaho City High School, Horseshoe Bend Middle/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Garden Valley School?
The graduation rate of Garden Valley School is 80%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend Garden Valley School?
285 students attend Garden Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Garden Valley School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Valley School?
Garden Valley School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Garden Valley School offer ?
Garden Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Garden Valley School part of?
Garden Valley School is part of Garden Valley School District.
School Reviews
3 11/24/2021
I attend this school, It is a great learning environment. Although some of the teachers don't go over the subjects as well as they should. Overall would recommend it.
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