Serving 350 students in grades 3-5, J.r. Simplot 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 23% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J.r. Simplot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J.r. Simplot Elementary School's student population of 350 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Making Dreams Come True.
School Rankings
J.r. Simplot 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 J.r. Simplot Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#605 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
56%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
41%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J.r. Simplot Elementary School's ranking?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is ranked #605 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
350 students attend J.r. Simplot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of J.r. Simplot Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J.r. Simplot Elementary School?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does J.r. Simplot Elementary School offer ?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J.r. Simplot Elementary School part of?
J.r. Simplot Elementary School is part of American Falls Joint School District.
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