Serving 620 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rupert 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 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rupert Elementary School serves the southern part of Rupert, ID, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rupert Elementary School's student population of 620 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
620 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rupert 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 Rupert Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#588 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
53%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rupert Elementary School's ranking?
Rupert Elementary School is ranked #588 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Rupert Elementary School?
620 students attend Rupert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rupert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rupert Elementary School?
Rupert Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rupert Elementary School offer ?
Rupert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rupert Elementary School part of?
Rupert Elementary School is part of Minidoka County Joint School District.
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