Below Average
#646 of 719 schools in ID
Based on limited data
Dean Goodsell Elementary
Elementary School · SHELLEY JOINT DISTRICT
185 WEST CENTER STREET, Shelley, ID 83274
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ID statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
35.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher
35.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#646 of 719
In Shelley
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
SHELLEY JOINT DISTRICT
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About Dean Goodsell Elementary
Dean Goodsell Elementary is a public elementary school in Shelley, ID, part of SHELLEY JOINT DISTRICT. Dean Goodsell Elementary serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 35.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dean Goodsell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #646 of 719 schools in ID.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Dean Goodsell Elementary runs 35.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Dean Goodsell Elementary Compares
See how Dean Goodsell Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
185 WEST CENTER STREET, Shelley, ID 83274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dean Goodsell Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Idaho Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelley, see our Shelley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HAZEL STUART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shelley | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| DONALD J HOBBS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shelley | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| SHELLEY WORK BASED ACADEMY Shelley | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| SUNRISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shelley | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SHELLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Shelley | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shelley | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| A W JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Firth | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| FIRTH HIGH SCHOOL Firth | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| FIRTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Firth | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
| AMERICAN HERITAGE CHARTER SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.1 mi | 4.9 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SKYLINE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| EAGLE ROCK MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ETHEL BOYES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 8.1 mi | 4.0 |
| TAYLORVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 8.4 mi | 3.0 |
| TEMPLE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls | 8.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,000
Median Home Value
$328,000
Median Rent
$1,097/mo
Population
11,284
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACEQUIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rupert, ID | 3.9 |
| Coeur d' Alene Tribal School Desmet, ID | 3.8 |
| LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plummer, ID | 4.2 |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 4.2 |
| TERRETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Terreton, ID | 3.8 |
| LAPWAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lapwai, ID | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dean Goodsell Elementary
What grades does Dean Goodsell Elementary serve?
Dean Goodsell Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Dean Goodsell Elementary?
Dean Goodsell Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dean Goodsell Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dean Goodsell Elementary is 35.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dean Goodsell Elementary rank in ID?
Dean Goodsell Elementary ranks #646 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Dean Goodsell Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dean Goodsell Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dean Goodsell Elementary a charter school?
No, Dean Goodsell Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dean Goodsell Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dean Goodsell Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dean Goodsell Elementary?
38.2% of students at Dean Goodsell Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 212
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 35.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Bingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.6%
- Phone
- (208) 375-5125
Resources & Links
District
SHELLEY JOINT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,559
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,106
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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