Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Melba Elementary 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 49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melba Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melba Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melba Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melba Elementary School's ranking?
Melba Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 709 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Melba Elementary School?
407 students attend Melba Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Melba Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melba Elementary School?
Melba Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melba Elementary School offer ?
Melba Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melba Elementary School part of?
Melba Elementary School is part of Melba Joint School District.
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