Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-4, South Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Fork Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Fork Elementary 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 South Fork Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#344 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fork Elementary School's ranking?
South Fork Elementary School is ranked #344 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend South Fork Elementary School?
322 students attend South Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of South Fork Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Fork Elementary School?
South Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Fork Elementary School offer ?
South Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is South Fork Elementary School part of?
South Fork Elementary School is part of Madison School District.
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