Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Donald D Stalker Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald D Stalker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Donald D Stalker Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Donald D Stalker Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald D Stalker Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#518 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
18%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
33%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
74%
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
71%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald D Stalker Elementary School's ranking?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School is ranked #518 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Donald D Stalker Elementary School often compared to?
Donald D Stalker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groveland Elementary School, I T Stoddard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Donald D Stalker Elementary School?
258 students attend Donald D Stalker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Donald D Stalker Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Donald D Stalker Elementary School offer ?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Donald D Stalker Elementary School part of?
Donald D Stalker Elementary School is part of Blackfoot School District.
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