Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roberts 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Roberts Elementary School serves the west part of its school district in Roberts, ID, covering an area of approximately 210.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 8.4 miles and the furthest edge located 17.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roberts Elementary School's student population of 184 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
I am proud to be a Roberts Mustang and the future of America.
School Rankings
Roberts 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 Roberts Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#477 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
72%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Roberts Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberts Elementary School's ranking?
Roberts Elementary School is ranked #477 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Roberts Elementary School?
184 students attend Roberts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Roberts Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roberts Elementary School?
Roberts Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roberts Elementary School offer ?
Roberts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roberts Elementary School part of?
Roberts Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Joint School District.
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