Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Longfellow Elementary 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 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Longfellow 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 Longfellow Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#297 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
83%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
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 Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #297 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
575 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Idaho Falls School District.
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