Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prairie Elem/jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in ID)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Prairie Elem-Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mountain Home, ID, covering approximately 212.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prairie Elem/jr High School's student population of 6 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Prairie Elem/jr High School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
White
100%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% ID state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elem/jr High School?
6 students attend Prairie Elem/jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Prairie Elem/jr High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Elem/jr High School?
Prairie Elem/jr High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie Elem/jr High School offer ?
Prairie Elem/jr High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Elem/jr High School part of?
Prairie Elem/jr High School is part of Prairie Elementary School District.
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