Serving 668 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Star Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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: 668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Star Elementary School's student population of 668 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#212 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Star Elementary School's ranking?
Star Elementary School is ranked #212 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Star Elementary School?
668 students attend Star Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Star Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Elementary School?
Star Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Elementary School offer ?
Star Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Star Elementary School part of?
Star Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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