Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dworshak Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dworshak Elementary School serves the northwest part of Burley's school district, covering an area of approximately 41.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.9 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dworshak Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dworshak Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dworshak Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#197 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
49%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
46%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Dworshak Elementary School's ranking?
Dworshak Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Dworshak Elementary School?
402 students attend Dworshak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Dworshak Elementary School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dworshak Elementary School part of?
Dworshak Elementary School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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