Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glenns Ferry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenns Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Glenns Ferry Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Pilot Way
School Rankings
Glenns Ferry Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenns Ferry Elementary School is 0.47, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
66%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenns Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Glenns Ferry Elementary School?
152 students attend Glenns Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glenns Ferry Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenns Ferry Elementary School?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenns Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenns Ferry Elementary School part of?
Glenns Ferry Elementary School is part of Glenns Ferry Joint School District.
School Reviews
1 1/17/2018
I think this school is a joke they have no resources for children with disabilities they blame everything on funding but refuse to do anything to help certain children struggling. I do not recommend this school to any family
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