Excellent
#89 of 719 schools in ID
Top 12% in state
Ernest Hemingway Steam School
Elementary School · BLAINE COUNTY DISTRICT
PO BOX 298, Ketchum, ID 83340
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho elementary schools
#68 of 371
In district
#1 of 8
BLAINE COUNTY DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Ernest Hemingway Steam School
Ernest Hemingway STEAM School serves 463 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Ketchum, Idaho, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. Ranked 31st out of 732 schools statewide, placing it in the 96th percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic achievement with an 8.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout. The school maintains a favorable learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 11.9 to 1 across its 39 full-time equivalent teaching staff.
Students show solid academic performance, with 67% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 57% meet or exceed standards in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to providing quality education within its STEAM-focused curriculum. Ernest Hemingway STEAM School draws from a well-educated community where 60% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $89,622.
The school's 83340 zip code area, home to 5,344 residents, maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.5%, though the high median home value of $776,100 reflects the area's premium real estate market. Located in the remote mountain town of Ketchum, the school serves families in one of Idaho's most distinctive and affluent communities.
Score Breakdown
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Ernest Hemingway Steam School — Students at Ernest Hemingway Steam School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 6.9/10.
How Ernest Hemingway Steam School Compares
See how Ernest Hemingway Steam School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 55% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 67% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 298, Ketchum, ID 83340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ernest Hemingway Steam School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SYRINGA MOUNTAIN CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Hailey), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Hailey), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PIONEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ketchum, see our Ketchum schools guide .
Nearby Schools
14 within 33.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PIONEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ketchum | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL-ELEMENTARY Sun Valley | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SUN VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL-UPPER Sun Valley | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| WOOD RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hailey | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| HAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey | 11.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WOOD RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Hailey | 12.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SILVER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Hailey | 12.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE SAGE SCHOOL Hailey | 12.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ALTURAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hailey | 13.9 mi | 7.3 |
| SYRINGA MOUNTAIN CHARTER SCHOOL Hailey | 14.4 mi | 8.7 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue | 15.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CAMAS COUNTY ELEM/JR HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 31.3 mi | 6.1 |
| CAMAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield | 31.3 mi | 8.5 |
| CAREY PUBLIC SCHOOL Carey | 33.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,650
Median Home Value
$860,400
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
5,379
College Educated
55.5%
Homeownership
75.4%
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
53.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ernest Hemingway Steam School has a median household income of $86,650. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $860,400, with a median rent of $1,174/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| BARBARA R MORGAN ELEMENTARY Mccall, ID | 8.0 |
| BLACK CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grace, ID | 8.0 |
| CHRISTINE DONNELL SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise, ID | 8.0 |
| GOODING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gooding, ID | 8.0 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 8.0 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL American Falls, ID | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ernest Hemingway Steam School
What grades does Ernest Hemingway Steam School serve?
Ernest Hemingway Steam School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ernest Hemingway Steam School?
Ernest Hemingway Steam School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ernest Hemingway Steam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ernest Hemingway Steam School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ernest Hemingway Steam School rank in ID?
Ernest Hemingway Steam School is ranked #89 out of 719 schools in ID.
What is Ernest Hemingway Steam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ernest Hemingway Steam School has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ernest Hemingway Steam School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ernest Hemingway Steam School has 55.7% math proficiency and 65.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Ernest Hemingway Steam School a charter school?
No, Ernest Hemingway Steam School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ernest Hemingway Steam School a Title I school?
No, Ernest Hemingway Steam School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ernest Hemingway Steam School?
18.1% of students at Ernest Hemingway Steam School 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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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Blaine County
- Phone
- (208) 578-5050
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BLAINE COUNTY DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,234
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,043
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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