Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Genesee School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 6% 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-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Genesee School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Genesee School ranks within the top 10% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Genesee School is 0.12, 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
#59 out of 709 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Genesee School's ranking?
Genesee School is ranked #59 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Genesee School often compared to?
Genesee Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Genesee School?
The graduation rate of Genesee School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Genesee School?
306 students attend Genesee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Genesee School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Genesee School?
Genesee School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Genesee School offer ?
Genesee School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Genesee School part of?
Genesee School is part of Genesee Joint School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-no school
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of school
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
End of Year Family BBQ-Last Day of School!
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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