Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ponderosa Elementary 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 49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#234 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
3%
1%
White
70%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Joint School District No. 2
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #234 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Ponderosa Elementary School often compared to?
Ponderosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Elementary School, Compass Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
411 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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