Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tyhee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tyhee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tyhee Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1962
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
School Motto
Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
Tyhee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tyhee Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#372 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
20%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
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
34%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Tyhee Elementary School's ranking?
Tyhee Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Tyhee Elementary School?
568 students attend Tyhee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tyhee Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tyhee Elementary School?
Tyhee Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tyhee Elementary School offer ?
Tyhee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tyhee Elementary School part of?
Tyhee Elementary School is part of Pocatello School District.
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