Below Average
#640 of 719 schools in ID
Ethel Boyes Elementary School
Elementary School · IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT
1875 BRENTWOOD DRIVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
22:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#640 of 719
In Idaho Falls
#35 of 38
public schools
In district
#16 of 18
IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT
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Ethel Boyes Elementary School
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About Ethel Boyes Elementary School
Ethel Boyes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Idaho Falls, ID, part of IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT. Ethel Boyes Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 22:1 student-teacher ratio. Ethel Boyes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #640 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Ethel Boyes Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Ethel Boyes Elementary School runs 22:1 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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Ethel Boyes Elementary School — Students at Ethel Boyes Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How Ethel Boyes Elementary School Compares
See how Ethel Boyes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1875 BRENTWOOD DRIVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ethel Boyes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,064
Median Home Value
$301,400
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
29,683
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ethel Boyes Elementary School
What grades does Ethel Boyes Elementary School serve?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ethel Boyes Elementary School is 22:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ethel Boyes Elementary School rank in ID?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School ranks #640 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Ethel Boyes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ethel Boyes Elementary School 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.
What are the test scores at Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ethel Boyes Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ethel Boyes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ethel Boyes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ethel Boyes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ethel Boyes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ethel Boyes Elementary School?
61.4% of students at Ethel Boyes Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bonneville County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.8%
- Phone
- (208) 525-7630
Resources & Links
District
IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,121
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,159
- District Rank
- #16 of 18
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