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#34 of 82 private schools in ID

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Acorn Learning Center

Elementary School

493 EASTLAND DR, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Idaho private schools

#34 of 82

In Twin Falls

#4 of 4

public schools

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Acorn Learning Center

6.7/10

Elementary School in Twin Falls · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.5/10

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6.9/10

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About Acorn Learning Center

Acorn Learning Center is a private elementary school in Twin Falls, ID. Acorn Learning Center serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Acorn Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 82 private schools in ID.

How it compares0.3 pts above ID schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Acorn Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Acorn Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Acorn Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Acorn Learning Center compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Twin Falls, ID

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
372
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.7% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.3% vs 0%
Acorn Learning Center Twin Falls Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Acorn Learning Center (this school) 6.7
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.2
SNAKE RIVER JUVENILE DETENTION
BICKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.9
OREGON TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.9
TWIN FALLS VIRTUAL SCHOOLHOUSE 4.8
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.5
PILLAR FALLS ELEMENTARY 8.4
PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO 6.5
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.7
I B PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.2
XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL 6.4
ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY 8.2
HOLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,162
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 40%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in ID

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.7%
Two or More 10.0%
Pacific Islander 6.7%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

493 EASTLAND DR, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Acorn Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PILLAR FALLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Twin Falls, see our Twin Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
BRIDGE ACADEMY Twin Falls 0.2 mi 3.5
VERA C O'LEARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls 0.2 mi 6.9
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Twin Falls 0.5 mi 6.8
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 0.5 mi 5.2
SNAKE RIVER JUVENILE DETENTION Twin Falls 0.8 mi
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.2 mi 7.5
TWIN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.3 mi 6.8
BICKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.1 mi 4.7
SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.5 mi 7.9
ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.2 mi 7.6
OREGON TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.5 mi 3.9
TWIN FALLS VIRTUAL SCHOOLHOUSE Twin Falls 1.5 mi 4.8
PILLAR FALLS ELEMENTARY Twin Falls 1.9 mi 8.4
PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO Twin Falls 1.9 mi 6.5
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.9 mi 4.7
MAGIC VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.7 mi 4.5
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.8 mi 3.5
SOUTH HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.6 mi 5.8
I B PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.8 mi 3.2
CANYON RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls 3.1 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,388

Median Home Value

$290,600

Median Rent

$1,011/mo

Population

61,968

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

16.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
DEEP CREEK MENNONITE SCHOOL Buhl, ID 6.8
BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise, ID 6.4
CHERRY GULCH Emmett, ID 7.0
HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 6.4
KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise, ID 7.0
BRUNEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruneau, ID 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Acorn Learning Center

What grades does Acorn Learning Center serve?

Acorn Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Acorn Learning Center?

Acorn Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Acorn Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Acorn Learning Center is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Acorn Learning Center rank in ID?

Acorn Learning Center ranks #34 of 82 private schools in ID.

What is Acorn Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Acorn Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Acorn Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Acorn Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Acorn Learning Center a religious school?

No, Acorn Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
166 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Twin Falls County

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