Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, A W Johnson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to 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 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A W Johnson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
A W Johnson Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
A W Johnson 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 A W Johnson Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#263 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A W Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
A W Johnson Elementary School is ranked #263 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend A W Johnson Elementary School?
296 students attend A W Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of A W Johnson Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of A W Johnson Elementary School?
A W Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does A W Johnson Elementary School offer ?
A W Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is A W Johnson Elementary School part of?
A W Johnson Elementary School is part of Firth School District.
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