Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenns Ferry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glenns Ferry Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glenns Ferry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenns Ferry Elementary School is 0.42, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#624 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
72%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenns Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School is ranked #624 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Glenns Ferry Elementary School?
183 students attend Glenns Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Glenns Ferry Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenns Ferry Elementary School?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenns Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Glenns Ferry Elementary School part of?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School is part of Glenns Ferry Joint School District.
School Reviews
1 1/17/2018
I think this school is a joke they have no resources for children with disabilities they blame everything on funding but refuse to do anything to help certain children struggling. I do not recommend this school to any family
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