Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Edgemont Gardens 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 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edgemont Gardens Elementary serves the eastern part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Edgemont Gardens Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'A World Class Education'
School Rankings
Edgemont Gardens 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 Edgemont Gardens Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#305 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgemont Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Edgemont Gardens Elementary School is ranked #305 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Edgemont Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Edgemont Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monticello Montessori Charter School, White Pine Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Edgemont Gardens Elementary School?
560 students attend Edgemont Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Edgemont Gardens Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgemont Gardens Elementary School?
Edgemont Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Edgemont Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Edgemont Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Edgemont Gardens Elementary School part of?
Edgemont Gardens Elementary School is part of Idaho Falls School District.
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