Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Snake River 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Snake River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Snake River Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Snake River 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 Snake River Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#689 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
47%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
41%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Snake River Elementary School's ranking?
Snake River Elementary School is ranked #689 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Snake River Elementary School?
341 students attend Snake River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Snake River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Snake River Elementary School?
Snake River Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snake River Elementary School offer ?
Snake River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Snake River Elementary School part of?
Snake River Elementary School is part of Nampa School District.
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