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#586 of 719 schools in ID

A H Bush Elementary School

Elementary School · IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT

380 WEST ANDERSON STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

Enrollment

395

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#586 of 719

In Idaho Falls

#30 of 38

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT

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A H Bush Elementary School

4.6/10

Elementary School in Idaho Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A H Bush Elementary School

A H Bush Elementary School is a public elementary school in Idaho Falls, ID, part of IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT. A H Bush Elementary School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. A H Bush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #586 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for A H Bush Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,159
Chronic Absenteeism28.4%

A H Bush Elementary School — Students at A H Bush Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How A H Bush Elementary School Compares

See how A H Bush Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in ID
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

380 WEST ANDERSON STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A H Bush Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER Idaho Falls 1.0 mi
LITTLE PEOPLES ACADEMY Idaho Falls 1.3 mi 4.1
EMERSON HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.3 mi 3.6
TEMPLE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.2 mi 5.1
HOLY ROSARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.5 mi 6.4
ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Idaho Falls 1.6 mi 7.9
3B JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Idaho Falls 1.1 mi
IDAHO FALLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.5 mi 5.8
DORA ERICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.5 mi 5.2
COMPASS ACADEMY Idaho Falls 1.4 mi 6.6
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.9 mi 3.0
LINDEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.1 mi 4.1
ETHEL BOYES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.2 mi 4.0
SKYLINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.3 mi 4.7
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.7 mi 6.5
EAGLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.3 mi 6.0
THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.5 mi 7.4
EDGEMONT GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.6 mi 5.9
SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 3.4 mi 7.3
HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.8 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,064

Median Home Value

$301,400

Median Rent

$904/mo

Population

29,683

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

33

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BUTTE VIEW SCHOOL Emmett, ID 4.6
MOUNTAIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon, ID 4.6
SHERMAN ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID 4.6
WEST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID 4.6
HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries, ID 4.5
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A H Bush Elementary School

What grades does A H Bush Elementary School serve?

A H Bush Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend A H Bush Elementary School?

A H Bush Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A H Bush Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at A H Bush Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A H Bush Elementary School rank in ID?

A H Bush Elementary School ranks #586 of 719 schools in ID.

What is A H Bush Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

A H Bush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A H Bush Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A H Bush Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is A H Bush Elementary School a charter school?

No, A H Bush Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A H Bush Elementary School a Title I school?

No, A H Bush Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A H Bush Elementary School?

71.1% of students at A H Bush Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bonneville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.4%

District

IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT
District Enrollment
10,121
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,159
District Rank
#14 of 18

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