Serving 59 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Upper Carmen Public Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (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 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Carmen Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Upper Carmen Public Charter School's student population of 59 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Carmen Public Charter 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 Upper Carmen Public Charter School is 0.00, which is less 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
#291 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
66%
25%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upper Carmen Public Charter School's ranking?
Upper Carmen Public Charter School is ranked #291 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% 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 Upper Carmen Public Charter School?
59 students attend Upper Carmen Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Upper Carmen Public Charter School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Carmen Public Charter School?
Upper Carmen Public Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Upper Carmen Public Charter School offer ?
Upper Carmen Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Upper Carmen Public Charter School part of?
Upper Carmen Public Charter School is part of Upper Carmen Public Charter School Inc. School District.
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