Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Trail 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 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Trail Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Trail Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#104 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Silver Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Trail Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Silver Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Ridge Public Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Silver Trail Elementary School?
584 students attend Silver Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Silver Trail Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Trail Elementary School?
Silver Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Trail Elementary School offer ?
Silver Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Trail Elementary School part of?
Silver Trail Elementary School is part of Kuna Joint School District.
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