Serving 69 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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: 69 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Gem Elementary School's student population of 69 students has declined by 14% 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
69 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
North Gem Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Gem Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#58 out of 709 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 North Gem Elementary School's ranking?
North Gem Elementary School is ranked #58 out of 709 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 42% 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?
69 students attend North Gem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of North Gem Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Gem Elementary School?
North Gem Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
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