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Calder School
Elementary School · AVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 7, Avery, ID 83802
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Calder School
Calder School is a public elementary school in Avery, ID, part of the AVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 30% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $49,375, where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Calder School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Calder School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Calder School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Address
- PO BOX 7, Avery, ID 83802
- Phone
- (208) 245-2479
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Location
PO BOX 7, Avery, ID 83802
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calder School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 10.0/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Harrison). Another option is BOVILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.6/10, 30.4 miles away, in nearby Bovill). Additionally, SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Osburn). For more schools in Avery, see our Avery schools guide .
Nearby Schools
17 within 37.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UPRIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fernwood | 14.7 mi | 3.5 |
| PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinehurst | 18.2 mi | 6.8 |
| KELLOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL Kellogg | 18.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SILVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kellogg | 18.7 mi | — |
| KELLOGG HIGH SCHOOL Kellogg | 19.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn | 18.1 mi | 7.3 |
| WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Wallace | 18.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cataldo | 23.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MARIES MIDDLE SCHOOL St. Maries | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
| HEYBURN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Maries | 18.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARIES HIGH SCHOOL St. Maries | 18.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST MARIES COMMUNITY EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE St. Maries | 18.5 mi | — |
| MULLAN SCHOOLS Mullan | 22.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BOVILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bovill | 30.4 mi | 9.6 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison | 24.2 mi | 10.0 |
| KOOTENAI JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Harrison | 24.2 mi | 8.7 |
| DEARY SCHOOL Deary | 37.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83802 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,375
Population
150
College Educated
2.8%
Homeownership
69.6%
Poverty Rate
58%
Median Age
48.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Calder School has a median household income of $49,375. It is a community where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The area has a poverty rate of 58.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albion, ID | — |
| ARBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Arbon, ID | — |
| CAVENDISH-TEAKEAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lenore, ID | — |
| EAGLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Eagle, ID | — |
| ELK CITY SCHOOL Elk City, ID | — |
| ISLAND PARK CHARTER SCHOOL Island Park, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calder School
What grades does Calder School serve?
Calder School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Calder School?
Calder School has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calder School?
The student-teacher ratio at Calder School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Calder School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Calder School has 10.0% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Calder School a charter school?
No, Calder School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calder School a Title I school?
No, Calder School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (655/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shoshone County
- Phone
- (208) 245-2479
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
AVERY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 19
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,958
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