Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lava Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lava Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lava Elementary School's student population of 58 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lava Elementary 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 Lava Elementary School is 0.06, which is less 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
#52 out of 709 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
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
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lava Elementary School's ranking?
Lava Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Lava Elementary School?
58 students attend Lava Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lava Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lava Elementary School?
Lava Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lava Elementary School offer ?
Lava Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Lava Elementary School part of?
Lava Elementary School is part of Marsh Valley Joint School District.
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