Cambridge Elementary School

Cambridge Elementary School is a public school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Cambridge, Idaho. Enrollment sits at 66 students, and a 9.4-to-1 student-teacher ratio keeps class sizes small across every grade level. The school earns a composite score of 9.3 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating built on an 8.9 academic score and a 9.4 growth score.

Ranked 6th out of 719 public schools in Idaho, Cambridge Elementary outperforms 99% of schools across the state. That standing carries over to the elementary tier specifically: 6th out of 371 Idaho elementary schools, placing it among the strongest programs in a deep statewide field. In Cambridge itself, this school is the top-ranked of two public schools.

Families searching for a high-performing elementary will find the data here unusually strong — not just by local standards but across Idaho as a whole. The 9.4 growth score signals that students are posting strong academic gains year over year, making this more than a school that tests well; it's one that actively moves students forward.

With an enrollment of 66 students, Cambridge Elementary 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 9.4:1, Cambridge Elementary 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, Cambridge Elementary 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.