Serving 404 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Plymouth 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 41% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 20% 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: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Plymouth Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Plymouth, ID, covering approximately 172.9 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Plymouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Plymouth Elementary School's student population of 404 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Plymouth Elementary 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 New Plymouth Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#242 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
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 ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 New Plymouth Elementary School's ranking?
New Plymouth Elementary School is ranked #242 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are New Plymouth Elementary School often compared to?
New Plymouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fruitland Elementary School, Payette Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend New Plymouth Elementary School?
404 students attend New Plymouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of New Plymouth Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Plymouth Elementary School?
New Plymouth Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Plymouth Elementary School offer ?
New Plymouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Plymouth Elementary School part of?
New Plymouth Elementary School is part of New Plymouth School District.
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