Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ucon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 41% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ucon Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ucon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ucon Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#404 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
21%
White
84%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ucon Elementary School's ranking?
Ucon Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Ucon Elementary School?
447 students attend Ucon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Ucon Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ucon Elementary School?
Ucon Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ucon Elementary School offer ?
Ucon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ucon Elementary School part of?
Ucon Elementary School is part of Bonneville Joint School District.
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