Serving 494 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Mcpherson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary McPherson Elementary serves the west part of Meridian, ID, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School's student population of 494 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
494 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Mcpherson Elementary School is 0.44, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)15.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Mary Mcpherson Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Mary Mcpherson Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Mcpherson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsdale Elementary School, Compass Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcpherson Elementary School?
494 students attend Mary Mcpherson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mary Mcpherson Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Mcpherson Elementary School?
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Mcpherson Elementary School offer ?
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Mcpherson Elementary School part of?
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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