Very Good
#210 of 719 schools in ID
Top 29% in state
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
Elementary School · CHIEF TAHGEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY INC.
PO BOX 217, Fort Hall, ID 83203
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 7th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#210 of 719
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
Shortlisting around Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
Elementary School in Fort Hall · grades Kindergarten – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Shoshone-bannock School
0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Fort Hall Elementary School
1.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy is a public elementary school in Fort Hall, ID, part of CHIEF TAHGEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY INC. Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-7th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #210 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy 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.
Test scores at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy — Students at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy Compares
See how Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 217, Fort Hall, ID 83203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Pocatello), which scores notably higher. Another option is SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Pocatello), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Pocatello), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Hall, see our Fort Hall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shoshone-Bannock School Fort Hall | 0.2 mi | — |
| FORT HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| TYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| RULON M ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck | 5.9 mi | 7.7 |
| CHUBBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| GATE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 7.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello | 7.6 mi | 6.7 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pocatello | 7.8 mi | — |
| GEM PREP: POCATELLO SCHOOL Deary | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.0 mi | 7.8 |
| CONNOR ACADEMY Chubbuck | 7.7 mi | 7.6 |
| EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.3 mi | 9.0 |
| CLAUDE A WILCOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.7 mi | 7.8 |
| HAWTHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.8 mi | 8.6 |
| LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.9 mi | 3.6 |
| NEW HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello | 8.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello | 9.7 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocatello | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
41
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
30%
Poverty Rate
30%
Median Age
48.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cataldo, ID | 7.4 |
| HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.5 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 7.5 |
| MOUNT HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bonners Ferry, ID | 7.3 |
| CANYONSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Jerome, ID | 7.6 |
| GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand View, ID | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy
What grades does Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy serve?
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 7th.
How many students attend Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy?
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy rank in ID?
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy ranks #210 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy a charter school?
Yes, Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy a Title I school?
No, Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy?
78.4% of students at Chief Tahgee Elementary Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 7th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bannock County
- Phone
- (208) 237-1734
Resources & Links
District
CHIEF TAHGEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY INC.- District Enrollment
- 116
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,710
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.