Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donnelly 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Donnelly Elementary serves the southwest part of Donnelly, ID, covering an area of approximately 175 square miles. Families in this attendance zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donnelly 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
Donnelly Elementary School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Lifelong Learners Today
School Rankings
Donnelly 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 Donnelly Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#71 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donnelly Elementary School's ranking?
Donnelly Elementary School is ranked #71 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Donnelly Elementary School?
156 students attend Donnelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Donnelly Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donnelly Elementary School?
Donnelly Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donnelly Elementary School offer ?
Donnelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donnelly Elementary School part of?
Donnelly Elementary School is part of Mccall-Donnelly Joint School District.
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