Challis Elementary School

Challis Elementary School is a public elementary school in Challis, ID, part of the CHALLIS JOINT DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 166 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 94.7th percentile among ID schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 22% proficiency in math and 34% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,980, where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

With an enrollment of 166 students, Challis 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.

Located in a rural area, Challis 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.