Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arbon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arbon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Arbon Elementary School's student population of 18 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arbon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arbon Elementary School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
72%
73%
Hawaiian
17%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
18%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbon Elementary School's ranking?
Arbon Elementary School is ranked #291 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Arbon Elementary School?
18 students attend Arbon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Arbon Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hawaiian, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arbon Elementary School?
Arbon Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arbon Elementary School offer ?
Arbon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arbon Elementary School part of?
Arbon Elementary School is part of Arbon Elementary School District.
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