Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, A J Winters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: A J Winters Elementary School serves the eastern part of Montpelier, ID, covering an attendance zone of approximately 271.9 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 20 to 30-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A J Winters Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
A J Winters Elementary School's student population of 305 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
A J Winters Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A J Winters Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A J Winters Elementary School's ranking?
A J Winters Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend A J Winters Elementary School?
305 students attend A J Winters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of A J Winters Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A J Winters Elementary School?
A J Winters Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does A J Winters Elementary School offer ?
A J Winters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is A J Winters Elementary School part of?
A J Winters Elementary School is part of Bear Lake County School District.
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