Serving 100 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Leadore School ranks in the top 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LEADORE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 1,387.2 square miles in Leadore, ID. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 40 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leadore School's student population of 100 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leadore 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 Leadore School is 0.20, 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
#308 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leadore School's ranking?
Leadore School is ranked #308 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leadore School?
The graduation rate of Leadore School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Leadore School?
100 students attend Leadore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Leadore School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leadore School?
Leadore School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leadore School offer ?
Leadore School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leadore School part of?
Leadore School is part of South Lemhi School District.
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