Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West Canyon Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Canyon Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#109 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
36%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
59%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
West Canyon Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are West Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
West Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxine Johnson Elementary School, Wilder Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend West Canyon Elementary School?
379 students attend West Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Canyon Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Canyon Elementary School?
West Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Canyon Elementary School offer ?
West Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Canyon Elementary School part of?
West Canyon Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Events)
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School! (Events)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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