Serving 173 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Challis 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Challis Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Challis, ID, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,531 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located nearly 44 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Challis Elementary School's student population of 173 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Challis 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 Challis Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#363 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Challis Elementary School's ranking?
Challis Elementary School is ranked #363 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Challis Elementary School?
173 students attend Challis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Challis Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challis Elementary School?
Challis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challis Elementary School offer ?
Challis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Challis Elementary School part of?
Challis Elementary School is part of Challis Joint School District.
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