Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Greenacres 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenacres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Greenacres Elementary School's student population of 300 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Greenacres 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 Greenacres Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#167 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Greenacres Elementary School's ranking?
Greenacres Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Greenacres Elementary School often compared to?
Greenacres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gate City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Greenacres Elementary School?
300 students attend Greenacres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Greenacres Elementary School students are White, 26% 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 Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greenacres Elementary School?
Greenacres Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Greenacres Elementary School offer ?
Greenacres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greenacres Elementary School part of?
Greenacres Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.
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