Serving 626 students in grades 2-5, Summit 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 26% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Summit Elementary School's student population of 626 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit 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 Summit Elementary School is 0.51, which is more 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
#609 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
56%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
42%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Elementary School's ranking?
Summit Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Summit Elementary School often compared to?
Summit Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Elementary School, Jerome Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Summit Elementary School?
626 students attend Summit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Summit Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Elementary School?
Summit Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Elementary School offer ?
Summit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Summit Elementary School part of?
Summit Elementary School is part of Jerome Joint School District.
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