Serving 331 students in grades 4-5, Ross 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 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ross Elementary School serves the northwest part of Kuna, ID, covering an area of approximately 27.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ross Elementary School's student population of 331 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Ross 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 Ross Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#429 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
White
78%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross Elementary School's ranking?
Ross Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Ross Elementary School often compared to?
Ross Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indian Creek Elementary School, Crimson Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Ross Elementary School?
331 students attend Ross Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ross Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross Elementary School?
Ross Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ross Elementary School offer ?
Ross Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ross Elementary School part of?
Ross Elementary School is part of Kuna Joint School District.
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