Serving 13 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Elk City School ranks in the top 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 <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 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk City School's student population of 13 students has grown by 225% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Elk City 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 Elk City School is 0.00, which is less 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
#317 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
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
30%
9%
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 Elk City School's ranking?
Elk City School is ranked #317 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 Elk City School?
13 students attend Elk City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Elk City School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk City School?
Elk City School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Elk City School offer ?
Elk City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk City School part of?
Elk City School is part of Mountain View School District.
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