Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Gem Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Gem Elementary/Jr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bancroft, ID, covering approximately 375.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 13.7 miles and the furthest edge located 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Gem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
North Gem Elementary School's student population of 82 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
82 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Gem Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Gem Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#57 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 North Gem Elementary School's ranking?
North Gem Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend North Gem Elementary School?
82 students attend North Gem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of North Gem Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Gem Elementary School?
North Gem Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Gem Elementary School offer ?
North Gem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Gem Elementary School part of?
North Gem Elementary School is part of North Gem School District.
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