Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Stephensen Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephensen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stephensen Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
304 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Stephensen Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephensen Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#216 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
12%
1%

Hispanic
16%
20%

Black
5%
1%

White
52%
73%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
14%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Stephensen Elementary School's ranking?
Stephensen Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Stephensen Elementary School often compared to?
Stephensen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Stephensen Elementary School?
304 students attend Stephensen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Stephensen Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stephensen Elementary School?
Stephensen Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephensen Elementary School offer ?
Stephensen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Stephensen Elementary School part of?
Stephensen Elementary School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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