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#175 of 719 schools in ID

Top 24% in state

Ashton Elementary School

Elementary School · FREMONT COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

168 SOUTH 1ST STREET, Ashton, ID 83420

Enrollment

244

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#175 of 719

In Ashton

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

FREMONT COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Ashton Elementary School

7.6/10

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

North Fremont Jr/sr High School

5.4/10

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7.3/10

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About Ashton Elementary School

Ashton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ashton, ID, part of FREMONT COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT. Ashton Elementary School serves approximately 244 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Ashton Elementary School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ashton Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,494
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Ashton Elementary School — Students at Ashton Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (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
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Ashton Elementary School Compares

See how Ashton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in ID
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Location

168 SOUTH 1ST STREET, Ashton, ID 83420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby St. Anthony), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PARKER-EGIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby St. Anthony), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KERSHAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Sugar City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Ashton, see our Ashton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTH FREMONT JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Ashton 0.8 mi 5.4
SOUTH FREMONT HIGH SCHOOL St. Anthony 13.2 mi 7.3
SOUTH FREMONT JR HIGH St. Anthony 13.3 mi 5.2
HENRYS FORK ELEMENTARY St. Anthony 13.4 mi 6.4
FIVE-COUNTY DETENTION CENTER St. Anthony 14.9 mi
TETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Anthony 16.6 mi 8.3
PARKER-EGIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Anthony 16.9 mi 8.3
KERSHAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Sugar City 19.5 mi 7.5
SUGAR-SALEM HIGH SCHOOL Boise 19.7 mi 6.3
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sugar City 19.7 mi 4.0
SUGAR-SALEM JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sugar City 19.6 mi 6.8
SUGAR-SALEM ONLINE Sugar City 20.0 mi
VALLEY VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Sugar City 20.0 mi 6.3
SHUMWAY ACADEMY Rexburg 21.1 mi 3.5
TETONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tetonia 23.1 mi 6.7
MADISON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 22.8 mi 2.5
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 23.1 mi 5.9
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 23.4 mi 6.6
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 23.7 mi 5.0
MADISON ONLINE ELEMENTARY Rexburg 23.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,604

Median Home Value

$320,000

Median Rent

$925/mo

Population

2,611

College Educated

30.9%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

47.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn, ID 7.6
JOPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.5
KERSHAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Sugar City, ID 7.5
MOSCOW CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.7
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mccammon, ID 7.7
DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian, ID 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashton Elementary School

What grades does Ashton Elementary School serve?

Ashton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Ashton Elementary School?

Ashton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 244 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashton Elementary School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashton Elementary School rank in ID?

Ashton Elementary School ranks #175 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Ashton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ashton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashton Elementary School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ashton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ashton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ashton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashton Elementary School?

42.2% of students at Ashton 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
244
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Fremont County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

FREMONT COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,228
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,494
District Rank
#3 of 7

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