Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcsorley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: MC Sorley Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lewiston, ID, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest point in the zone is about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcsorley 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
Mcsorley Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In collaboration with our community, we will empower students by providing an engaging and equitable education in a safe environment every day
School Rankings
Mcsorley 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 Mcsorley Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#94 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)12.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Mcsorley Elementary School's ranking?
Mcsorley Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Mcsorley Elementary School often compared to?
Mcsorley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitman Elementary School, Camelot Elementary School, Mcghee Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Mcsorley Elementary School?
242 students attend Mcsorley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mcsorley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcsorley Elementary School?
Mcsorley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcsorley Elementary School offer ?
Mcsorley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcsorley Elementary School part of?
Mcsorley Elementary School is part of Lewiston Independent School District.
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