Serving 31 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bruneau Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bruneau Elementary School serves the eastern part of Bruneau, ID, covering an extensive area of approximately 3,192.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 63.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruneau Elementary School's student population of 31 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Child Learning'
School Rankings
Bruneau Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bruneau Elementary School is 0.45, which is more 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
#449 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
71%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bruneau Elementary School's ranking?
Bruneau Elementary School is ranked #449 out of 704 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Bruneau Elementary School?
31 students attend Bruneau Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bruneau Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruneau Elementary School?
Bruneau Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bruneau Elementary School offer ?
Bruneau Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bruneau Elementary School part of?
Bruneau Elementary School is part of Bruneau-Grand View Joint School District.
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