Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, South Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher 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 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Fork Elementary serves the west part of Rexburg, ID, covering an area of approximately 45.7 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking around 10-12 minutes and the furthest zone edge located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Fork Elementary School's student population of 281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Fork Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#339 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Fork Elementary School's ranking?
South Fork Elementary School is ranked #339 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 South Fork Elementary School?
281 students attend South Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Fork Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Fork Elementary School?
South Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Fork Elementary School offer ?
South Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Fork Elementary School part of?
South Fork Elementary School is part of Madison School District.
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