Serving 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cambridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cambridge Elementary School's student population of 75 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Motto
It is the mission of the Cambridge School District to ensure that all students learn at high levels.
School Rankings
Cambridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Elementary School is 0.08, which is less 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
#162 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Elementary School's ranking?
Cambridge Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 704 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?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Elementary School?
75 students attend Cambridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Cambridge Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Elementary School?
Cambridge Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cambridge Elementary School offer ?
Cambridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Elementary School part of?
Cambridge Elementary School is part of Cambridge Joint School District.
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