Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Canyon 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Canyon Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
120 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon 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 Canyon Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#302 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
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
17%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Elementary School is ranked #302 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Canyon Elementary School?
120 students attend Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Canyon Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Elementary School?
Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Elementary School part of?
Canyon Elementary School is part of Kellogg Joint School District.
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