Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tyhee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tyhee Elementary School serves the northern part of Pocatello, ID, covering an area of approximately 202.7 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tyhee Elementary School's student population of 511 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
Tyhee 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 Tyhee Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#372 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
20%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
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
5%
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)n/a
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tyhee Elementary School's ranking?
Tyhee Elementary School is ranked #372 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Tyhee Elementary School?
511 students attend Tyhee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tyhee Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyhee Elementary School?
Tyhee Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tyhee Elementary School offer ?
Tyhee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tyhee Elementary School part of?
Tyhee Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.
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