For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,092 students in 83211, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83211, ID are Hillcrest Elementary School, J.r. Simplot Elementary School and William Thomas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83211 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83211, ID have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83211, ID Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1045 Bennett Street
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-2391
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-2391
Grades: PK-2
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
J.r. Simplot Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
820 Tyhee
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5733
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5733
Grades: 3-5
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
William Thomas Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
355 Bannock Avenue
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5203
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5203
Grades: 6-8
| 337 students
Rank: n/an/a
American Falls Academy
Alternative School
598 Lincoln
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5008
American Falls, ID 83211
(208) 226-5008
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 83211, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83211, ID include Hillcrest Elementary School, J.r. Simplot Elementary School and William Thomas Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83211?
4 public elementary schools are located in 83211.
What is the racial composition of students in 83211?
83211 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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