Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donald D Stalker 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald D Stalker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Donald D Stalker Elementary School's student population of 243 students has declined by 10% 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
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donald D Stalker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald D Stalker Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#518 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
30%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
36%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald D Stalker Elementary School's ranking?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 709 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 42% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Donald D Stalker Elementary School?
243 students attend Donald D Stalker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Donald D Stalker Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald D Stalker Elementary School?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donald D Stalker Elementary School offer ?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donald D Stalker Elementary School part of?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School is part of Blackfoot School District.
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