Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Payette Primary 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Payette Primary School's student population of 477 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Payette Primary 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 Payette Primary School is 0.48, which is more 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
#564 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Payette Primary School's ranking?
Payette Primary School is ranked #564 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Payette Primary School often compared to?
Payette Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fruitland Elementary School, New Plymouth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Payette Primary School?
477 students attend Payette Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Payette Primary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Payette Primary School?
Payette Primary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Payette Primary School offer ?
Payette Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Payette Primary School part of?
Payette Primary School is part of Payette Joint School District.
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