Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hamer Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamer Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Hamer, ID, covering an area of approximately 212.8 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamer Elementary School's student population of 39 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamer 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 Hamer Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#296 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamer Elementary School's ranking?
Hamer Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hamer Elementary School?
39 students attend Hamer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hamer Elementary School students are White, and 21% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamer Elementary School?
Hamer Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamer Elementary School offer ?
Hamer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamer Elementary School part of?
Hamer Elementary School is part of West Jefferson School District.
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