Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Meadows Valley 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadows Valley School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in New Meadows, ID, covering approximately 388.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 28.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadows Valley School's student population of 142 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadows Valley 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 Meadows Valley School is 0.29, 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
#255 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
83%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Valley School's ranking?
Meadows Valley School is ranked #255 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Meadows Valley School often compared to?
Meadows Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Council Elementary School, Council Jr/sr High School, Payette Lakes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meadows Valley School?
The graduation rate of Meadows Valley School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Meadows Valley School?
142 students attend Meadows Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Meadows Valley School students are White, 15% 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 Meadows Valley School?
Meadows Valley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meadows Valley School offer ?
Meadows Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadows Valley School part of?
Meadows Valley School is part of Meadows Valley School District.
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