American Falls Joint District School District
School District · American Falls, Idaho
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,408
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,408
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
How this district compares
Idaho rank
#44 of 98
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Idaho avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,408
+$1,349 vs Idaho median
District size
1,534 students
Larger than Idaho median
About American Falls Joint District
American Falls Joint District is a American Falls, Idaho school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,534 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. The district invests $12,408 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.5/10, American Falls Joint District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Hillcrest Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.0/10.
In standardized testing, American Falls Joint District students show an average math proficiency of 24.7% and ELA proficiency of 39.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in American Falls Joint District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in American Falls Joint District with test data.
Schools in American Falls Joint District
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Idaho
- City
- American Falls
- Total Enrollment
- 1,534
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in American Falls Joint District?
American Falls Joint District has 5 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for American Falls Joint District?
The average composite rating for American Falls Joint District is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in American Falls Joint District?
American Falls Joint District spends $12,408 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in American Falls Joint District?
The average student-teacher ratio in American Falls Joint District is 15.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in American Falls Joint District?
Hillcrest Elementary School is the highest-rated school in American Falls Joint District with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What are the test scores in American Falls Joint District?
Across schools in American Falls Joint District with test data, the average math proficiency is 24.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 39.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does American Falls Joint District compare to other districts in Idaho?
American Falls Joint District has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Idaho by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 24.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 39.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare American Falls Joint District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Joint School District No. 2 (61)
- Boise Independent District (52)
- Bonneville Joint District (26)
- Nampa School District (26)
- Pocatello District (24)
- Idaho Falls District (22)
- Coeur D'alene District (20)
- Twin Falls District (18)
- Cassia County Joint District (17)
- Lake Pend Oreille School District (13)
- Vallivue School District (13)
- Lewiston Independent District (13)
- Blackfoot District (12)
- Jefferson County Joint District (12)
- Lakeland District (12)
- Madison District (12)
- Post Falls District (12)
- Caldwell District (11)
- Kuna Joint District (11)
- Minidoka County Joint District (11)
- Emmett Independent District (9)
- Mountain Home District (9)
- Snake River District (9)
- Blaine County District (8)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Idaho Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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