Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marsing 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 37% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marsing Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 287.5 square miles around Marsing, ID. Families typically experience a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 24.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsing Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
To educate all students to lead productive, satisfying, and responsible lives, now and in the future!
School Rankings
Marsing 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 Marsing Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#431 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
43%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)30.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsing Elementary School's ranking?
Marsing Elementary School is ranked #431 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Marsing Elementary School often compared to?
Marsing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homedale Elementary School, Grand View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Marsing Elementary School?
360 students attend Marsing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marsing Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsing Elementary School?
Marsing Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marsing Elementary School offer ?
Marsing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsing Elementary School part of?
Marsing Elementary School is part of Marsing Joint School District.
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