Serving 354 students in grades 3-5, J.r. Simplot 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 29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.r. Simplot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J.r. Simplot Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J.r. Simplot 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 J.r. Simplot Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#578 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
53%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
73%
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
58%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.r. Simplot Elementary School's ranking?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
354 students attend J.r. Simplot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of J.r. Simplot Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does J.r. Simplot Elementary School offer ?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is J.r. Simplot Elementary School part of?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is part of American Falls Joint School District.
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