Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Black Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Black Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Black Canyon Elementary School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Black Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Black Canyon Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#117 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
16.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Black Canyon Elementary School is ranked #117 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Black Canyon Elementary School?
292 students attend Black Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Black Canyon Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Canyon Elementary School?
Black Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Black Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Black Canyon Elementary School part of?
Black Canyon Elementary School is part of Grace Joint School District.
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