Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Stephensen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephensen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stephensen Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Stephensen 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 Stephensen Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#207 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
1%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
4%
1%
White
47%
72%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Stephensen Elementary School's ranking?
Stephensen Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Stephensen Elementary School often compared to?
Stephensen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Elementary School, East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Stephensen Elementary School?
312 students attend Stephensen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stephensen Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephensen Elementary School?
Stephensen Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stephensen Elementary School offer ?
Stephensen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephensen Elementary School part of?
Stephensen Elementary School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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