Serving 23 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stanley Elem/jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stanley Elem-Jr High School serves the west part of Stanley, ID, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 1,502.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 41.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stanley Elem/jr High School's student population of 23 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stanley Elem/jr High 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 Stanley Elem/jr High School is 0.08, 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
#285 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
White
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanley Elem/jr High School's ranking?
Stanley Elem/jr High School is ranked #285 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Stanley Elem/jr High School?
23 students attend Stanley Elem/jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Stanley Elem/jr High School students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stanley Elem/jr High School?
Stanley Elem/jr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stanley Elem/jr High School offer ?
Stanley Elem/jr High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stanley Elem/jr High School part of?
Stanley Elem/jr High School is part of Challis Joint School District.
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