Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Kamiah 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: KAMIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kamiah, ID, encompassing approximately 172.7 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kamiah Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kamiah 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 Kamiah Elementary School is 0.53, which is more 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
#601 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
12%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
66%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 Kamiah Elementary School's ranking?
Kamiah Elementary School is ranked #601 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Kamiah Elementary School often compared to?
Kamiah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nezperce School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kamiah Elementary School?
121 students attend Kamiah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kamiah Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kamiah Elementary School?
Kamiah Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kamiah Elementary School offer ?
Kamiah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kamiah Elementary School part of?
Kamiah Elementary School is part of Kamiah Joint School District.
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