Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Canyon Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Canyon Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#119 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
61%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
West Canyon Elementary School is ranked #119 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are West Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
West Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilder Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, Maxine Johnson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend West Canyon Elementary School?
392 students attend West Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Canyon Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Canyon Elementary School?
West Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Canyon Elementary School offer ?
West Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Canyon Elementary School part of?
West Canyon Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Preschool Students (Events)
May 17, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School (Events)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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