Serving 192 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arco 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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-6
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arco Elementary School's student population of 192 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arco 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 Arco Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#270 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arco Elementary School's ranking?
Arco Elementary School is ranked #270 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Arco Elementary School?
192 students attend Arco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Arco Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arco Elementary School?
Arco Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arco Elementary School offer ?
Arco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Arco Elementary School part of?
Arco Elementary School is part of Butte County Joint School District.
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