Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Syringa 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Syringa Elementary School serves the west part of Pocatello, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Syringa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Syringa Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Syringa 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 Syringa Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#218 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Syringa Elementary School's ranking?
Syringa Elementary School is ranked #218 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Syringa Elementary School often compared to?
Syringa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tendoy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Syringa Elementary School?
321 students attend Syringa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Syringa Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Syringa Elementary School?
Syringa Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Syringa Elementary School offer ?
Syringa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Syringa Elementary School part of?
Syringa Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.
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