Serving 472 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Purple Sage 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 44% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Purple Sage Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Purple Sage 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 Purple Sage Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#368 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Purple Sage Elementary School's ranking?
Purple Sage Elementary School is ranked #368 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Purple Sage Elementary School often compared to?
Purple Sage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middleton Heights Elementary School, Middleton Mill Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Purple Sage Elementary School?
472 students attend Purple Sage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Purple Sage Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purple Sage Elementary School?
Purple Sage Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Purple Sage Elementary School offer ?
Purple Sage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Purple Sage Elementary School part of?
Purple Sage Elementary School is part of Middleton School District.
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