Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Upriver 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Upriver Elementary School's student population of 72 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Upriver 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 Upriver Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#621 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upriver Elementary School's ranking?
Upriver Elementary School is ranked #621 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Upriver Elementary School?
72 students attend Upriver Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Upriver Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Upriver Elementary School?
Upriver Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upriver Elementary School offer ?
Upriver Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Upriver Elementary School part of?
Upriver Elementary School is part of St Maries Joint School District.
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