Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Tiebreaker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tiebreaker Elementary School serves the west part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tiebreaker Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Designing Success for Every Student
School Rankings
Tiebreaker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tiebreaker Elementary School is 0.49, which is more 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
#459 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tiebreaker Elementary School's ranking?
Tiebreaker Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Tiebreaker Elementary School?
379 students attend Tiebreaker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tiebreaker Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tiebreaker Elementary School?
Tiebreaker Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tiebreaker Elementary School offer ?
Tiebreaker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tiebreaker Elementary School part of?
Tiebreaker Elementary School is part of Bonneville Joint School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I visited this school in 4th grade for four months from germany.It was cool, because all the students and teachers accepted me in this school,and everybody made me feel at home.I was sad to leave and remember the time I spent there with fondness.My teacher,mrs.Scheer was really cool and helped me catch up in english.I would really recomend her as a teacher.
5 10/10/2025
I have gone to this school my entire life and have lived it so very much. I am going into sixth grade and have never been so happy to be here, I will never be very sad when I leave, but the teachers are fantastic.
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