Serving 13 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ola Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: OLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northern part of its district in Ola, ID, covering an area of approximately 227.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 23.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ola Elementary School's student population of 13 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Small Community; BIG Learning!
School Rankings
Ola Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ola Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#532 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
1%
White
92%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ola Elementary School's ranking?
Ola Elementary School is ranked #532 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Ola Elementary School?
13 students attend Ola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ola Elementary School students are White, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ola Elementary School?
Ola Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ola Elementary School offer ?
Ola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ola Elementary School part of?
Ola Elementary School is part of Emmett Independent School District.
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