Serving 692 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Canyon 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 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
East Canyon Elementary School's student population of 692 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Canyon 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 East Canyon Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#357 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
54%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 East Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
East Canyon Elementary School is ranked #357 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are East Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
East Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend East Canyon Elementary School?
692 students attend East Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of East Canyon Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Canyon Elementary School?
East Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Canyon Elementary School offer ?
East Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Canyon Elementary School part of?
East Canyon Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No Staff or Students) (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (No Staff or Students) (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School-Early Release (Events)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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