Serving 727 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Star Elementary School serves the northwest part of Star, ID, covering an area of approximately 45.8 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Star Elementary School's student population of 727 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#163 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Elementary School's ranking?
Star Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Star Elementary School?
727 students attend Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Star Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Elementary School?
Star Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Elementary School offer ?
Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Elementary School part of?
Star Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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