Emmett Independent District School District
School District · Emmett, Idaho
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
9
5 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,086
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
9
5 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,086
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Evaluating Emmett Independent District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Emmett Independent District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Sweet Montour Elementary School
Sweet · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Shadow Butte Elementary School
Emmett · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Emmett High School
Emmett · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Idaho rank
#77 of 98
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Idaho avg
Per-pupil spending
$9,086
$1,973 vs Idaho median
District size
2,566 students
Much larger than Idaho median
The short answer
Emmett Independent District ranks #77 of 98 Idaho districts by overall school rating. Emmett Independent District's schools with real test data average 5.2/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Sweet Montour Elementary School (8.9/10), Shadow Butte Elementary School (5.2/10), and Emmett High School (4.9/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Emmett Independent District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sweet Montour Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Shadow Butte Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Emmett High School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Kenneth J Carberry Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Butte View School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Black Canyon Jr/sr High School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Emmett Middle School | 3.4 / 10 |
See all 9 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Emmett Independent District
Emmett Independent District is a Emmett, Idaho school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 2,566 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1. The district invests $9,086 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.2/10, Emmett Independent District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Sweet Montour Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.9/10.
In standardized testing, Emmett Independent District students show an average math proficiency of 49.6% and ELA proficiency of 59.9%.
The district includes 5 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Emmett Independent District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Emmett Independent District with test data.
Schools in Emmett Independent District
9 schools Elementary Schools 5
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Idaho
- City
- Emmett
- Total Enrollment
- 2,566
- Teachers (FTE)
- 148
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Emmett Independent District?
Emmett Independent District has 9 schools in total — 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Emmett Independent District?
The average composite rating for Emmett Independent District is 5.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Emmett Independent District?
Emmett Independent District spends $9,086 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Emmett Independent District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Emmett Independent District is 17.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Emmett Independent District?
Sweet Montour Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Emmett Independent District with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What are the test scores in Emmett Independent District?
Across schools in Emmett Independent District with test data, the average math proficiency is 49.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Emmett Independent District compare to other districts in Idaho?
Emmett Independent District has an average school rating of 5.2/10 across 9 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 49.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 59.9%
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Compare Emmett Independent 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)
- Mountain Home District (9)
- Snake River District (9)
- Blaine County District (8)
- Fremont County Joint 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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