Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dworshak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dworshak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dworshak Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dworshak Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dworshak Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#346 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
45%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
52%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dworshak Elementary School's ranking?
Dworshak Elementary School is ranked #346 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Dworshak Elementary School?
389 students attend Dworshak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dworshak Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dworshak Elementary School?
Dworshak Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dworshak Elementary School offer ?
Dworshak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dworshak Elementary School part of?
Dworshak Elementary School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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