Serving 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harwood 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Rigby, ID, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harwood Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Dragons
School Rankings
Harwood 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 Harwood Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#504 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harwood Elementary School's ranking?
Harwood Elementary School is ranked #504 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Harwood Elementary School often compared to?
Harwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Fork Elementary School, Midway Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Harwood Elementary School?
423 students attend Harwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Harwood Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harwood Elementary School?
Harwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harwood Elementary School offer ?
Harwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harwood Elementary School part of?
Harwood Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Joint School District.
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