Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ethel Boyes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ethel Boyes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ethel Boyes Elementary School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Ethel Boyes 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 Ethel Boyes Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#563 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
39%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
72%
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
55%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bengal Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ethel Boyes Elementary School's ranking?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School is ranked #563 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Ethel Boyes Elementary School often compared to?
Ethel Boyes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temple View Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
516 students attend Ethel Boyes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ethel Boyes Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ethel Boyes Elementary School offer ?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ethel Boyes Elementary School part of?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School is part of Idaho Falls School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Amazing school. Teachers are so vested in students. Best school in Idaho Falls. 6th grade is the best ever.
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