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#641 of 719 schools in ID

Harwood Elementary School

Elementary School · JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

200 WEST 3RD NORTH, Rigby, ID 83442

Enrollment

421

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#641 of 719

In Rigby

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 11

JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT

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Harwood Elementary School

4.0/10

Elementary School in Rigby · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jefferson School District 251 Early Childhood Center

3.3/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.3/10

1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Harwood Elementary School

Harwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rigby, ID, part of JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT. Harwood Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Harwood Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,045
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Harwood Elementary School — Students at Harwood Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
39%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Harwood Elementary School Compares

See how Harwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
11th percentile in ID
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

200 WEST 3RD NORTH, Rigby, ID 83442

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Idaho Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Ririe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rigby, see our Rigby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
JEFFERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT 251 EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Rigby 0.4 mi 3.3
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Rigby 1.6 mi 7.3
RIGBY HIGH SCHOOL Rigby 1.3 mi 5.7
RIGBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rigby 1.4 mi 8.4
SOUTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby 1.6 mi 5.0
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby 2.3 mi 6.5
FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rigby 2.5 mi 8.9
UCON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 6.2 mi 5.9
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Menan 4.9 mi 3.8
MIDWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menan 5.1 mi 4.7
SOUTH FORK ELEMENTARY Rexburg 5.9 mi 4.8
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 8.2 mi 8.6
RIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ririe 7.9 mi 7.6
RIRIE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Ririe 8.1 mi 5.9
IONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Iona 10.7 mi 5.5
MADISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 9.9 mi 6.8
SPECIAL SERVICES CENTER Idaho Falls 10.7 mi
BONNEVILLE ONLINE ELEMENTARY Idaho Falls 10.4 mi 4.1
TECHNICAL CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 10.7 mi 6.5
PRAXIUM MASTERY ACADEMY Idaho Falls 10.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,328

Median Home Value

$376,800

Median Rent

$1,098/mo

Population

24,829

College Educated

30.4%

Homeownership

85.5%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

31.8

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KIMBERLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kimberly, ID 4.0
PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL Payette, ID 4.0
BLACKFOOT CHARTER COMMUNITY Blackfoot, ID 4.1
BONNEVILLE ONLINE ELEMENTARY Idaho Falls, ID 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harwood Elementary School

What grades does Harwood Elementary School serve?

Harwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Harwood Elementary School?

Harwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harwood Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harwood Elementary School rank in ID?

Harwood Elementary School ranks #641 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Harwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harwood 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 Harwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harwood Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harwood Elementary School?

52.3% of students at Harwood 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,706
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,045
District Rank
#9 of 11

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