Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heyburn 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 26% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heyburn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heyburn Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heyburn 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 Heyburn Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#628 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
49%
21%
White
50%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 Heyburn Elementary School's ranking?
Heyburn Elementary School is ranked #628 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Heyburn Elementary School often compared to?
Heyburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Elementary School, Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Heyburn Elementary School?
508 students attend Heyburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Heyburn Elementary School students are White, 49% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heyburn Elementary School?
Heyburn Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heyburn Elementary School offer ?
Heyburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heyburn Elementary School part of?
Heyburn Elementary School is part of Minidoka County Joint School District.
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