Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Elementary School serves the southwest part of Mountain Home, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 309.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge being about 21.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 556 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 West Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#441 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
59%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #441 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
556 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Mountain Home School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This is a horrible school. School to parent communication = little to non-existent. There are far too many homework assignments in one night for a first grader to handle. All of which my child has NO IDEA how to complete anyway. I might as well say I am homeschooling my child because I have to literally teach him HOW to figure out the math problems, etc. State or standardized tests taken with no preparation what so ever. I am so frustrated with the level of incompetence within this school. Bullying going on and undisciplined. Kids in my son's class who speak no English so of course the majority of the teacher's attention is to help those children even understand what is going on and the other kids are left to figure it out. How would I rate and/or describe West Elementary School in Mountain Home: Ridiculous, unprofessional, and an institution in which I would never recommend in receiving an education.
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