Serving 471 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Summit Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Hills Elementary School serves the northwest part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Typically, it is a 5-10 minute drive from various points within the zone, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Hills Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Designing Success for Every Student
School Rankings
Summit Hills 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 Summit Hills Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#246 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
27%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
71%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Summit Hills Elementary School is ranked #246 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Summit Hills Elementary School?
471 students attend Summit Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Summit Hills Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Hills Elementary School?
Summit Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Hills Elementary School offer ?
Summit Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Hills Elementary School part of?
Summit Hills Elementary School is part of Bonneville Joint School District.
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