Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kenneth J. Carberry Elementary serves the southern part of Emmett, ID, covering an area of approximately 81.2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School's student population of 376 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Kenneth J Carberry 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 Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#421 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School's ranking?
Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School is ranked #421 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School?
376 students attend Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School?
Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School offer ?
Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School part of?
Kenneth J Carberry Elementary School is part of Emmett Independent School District.
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