Serving 799 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Canyon 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 42% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 799 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Canyon Elementary School serves the northeast part of Nampa, ID, covering an area of approximately 29.2 square miles. Families typically enjoy a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Canyon Elementary School's student population of 799 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
799 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Empowering students to turn their potential into success.
School Rankings
East Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Canyon Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#321 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
East Canyon Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are East Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
East Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Elementary School, Lewis And Clark Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend East Canyon Elementary School?
799 students attend East Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of East Canyon Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Canyon Elementary School?
East Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Canyon Elementary School offer ?
East Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Canyon Elementary School part of?
East Canyon Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- NO SCHOOL
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School-Early Release @11:15am
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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