Very Good
#12 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 13% of private schools
Canyonside Christian School
Elementary School
820 E NEZ PERCE AVE, Jerome, ID 83338
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Canyonside Christian School
Elementary School in Jerome · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canyonside Christian School
Canyonside Christian School is a private elementary school in Jerome, ID. Canyonside Christian School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyonside Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Canyonside Christian School 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Canyonside Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Canyonside Christian School 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
BetaHow Canyonside Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Jerome, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Canyonside Christian School (this school) | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE ACADEMY | 5.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| JEROME ACADEMY | — |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| SUMMIT ELEMENTARY | 3.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
820 E NEZ PERCE AVE, Jerome, ID 83338
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyonside Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Twin Falls), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Twin Falls), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Twin Falls), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jerome, see our Jerome schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE ACADEMY Jerome | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| JEROME HIGH SCHOOL Jerome | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jerome | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| FALLS CITY ACADEMY Jerome | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| JEROME ACADEMY Jerome | 1.4 mi | — |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jerome | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| SUMMIT ELEMENTARY Jerome | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| JEROME MIDDLE SCHOOL Jerome | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY Twin Falls | 7.6 mi | 8.2 |
| XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL Twin Falls | 8.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CANYON RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls | 8.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ROBERT STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls | 9.4 mi | 5.4 |
| I B PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls | 9.4 mi | 3.2 |
| HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls | 9.7 mi | 4.7 |
| SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls | 9.8 mi | 7.9 |
| HILLTOP SDA SCHOOL Twin Falls | 10.2 mi | — |
| TWIN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls | 10.0 mi | 6.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls | 10.4 mi | 3.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Twin Falls | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MAGIC VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls | 10.5 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,489
Median Home Value
$253,300
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
21,830
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
33.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand View, ID | 7.6 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise, ID | 7.6 |
| RIGGINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riggins, ID | 7.7 |
| PRIEST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Priest Lake, ID | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Eagle, ID | 7.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, ID | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyonside Christian School
What grades does Canyonside Christian School serve?
Canyonside Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Canyonside Christian School?
Canyonside Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyonside Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyonside Christian School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Canyonside Christian School rank in ID?
Canyonside Christian School ranks #12 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Canyonside Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyonside Christian 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.
Is Canyonside Christian School a private school?
Yes, Canyonside Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Canyonside Christian School a religious school?
Canyonside Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Jerome County
- Phone
- (208) 324-3444
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