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#203 of 719 schools in ID

Top 28% in state

Indian Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · POCATELLO DISTRICT

666 CHEYENNE AVENUE, Pocatello, ID 83204

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

18.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#203 of 719

In Pocatello

#6 of 22

public schools

In district

#8 of 22

POCATELLO DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Hills Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Pocatello · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Indian Hills Elementary School

Indian Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pocatello, ID, part of POCATELLO DISTRICT. Indian Hills Elementary School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Hills Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,898
Chronic Absenteeism0.4%

Indian Hills Elementary School — Students at Indian Hills Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.2% (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
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
61%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Indian Hills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in ID
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
0.4%

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

666 CHEYENNE AVENUE, Pocatello, ID 83204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pocatello, see our Pocatello schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTURY HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 2.0 mi 7.5
FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 3.1 mi 7.0
POCATELLO COMMUNITY CHARTER Pocatello 2.9 mi 7.0
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 3.6 mi 8.0
POCATELLO JUVENILE DETENTION Pocatello 3.6 mi
POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 3.7 mi 6.8
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pocatello 4.0 mi 7.5
GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 4.2 mi 6.6
IRVING MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 4.1 mi 5.7
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 4.2 mi 4.3
TENDOY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 5.1 mi 7.8
EDAHOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 5.4 mi 9.0
LINCOLN PRESCHOOL CENTER Pocatello 4.9 mi 4.6
ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello 5.4 mi 8.6
LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 5.5 mi 3.6
LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pocatello 5.9 mi
HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 6.1 mi 6.7
SYRINGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 5.9 mi 7.8
NEW HORIZON HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello 5.8 mi 6.5
GATE CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello 6.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,191

Median Home Value

$233,000

Median Rent

$748/mo

Population

18,400

College Educated

32.1%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

37.8

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.5
KERSHAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Sugar City, ID 7.5
MELBA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Melba, ID 7.5
PEREGRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, ID 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Hills Elementary School

What grades does Indian Hills Elementary School serve?

Indian Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Indian Hills Elementary School?

Indian Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Hills Elementary School is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Indian Hills Elementary School rank in ID?

Indian Hills Elementary School ranks #203 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Indian Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Indian Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Hills Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Indian Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Indian Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

41.0% of students at Indian Hills 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Bannock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
0.4%

District

POCATELLO DISTRICT
District Enrollment
11,908
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,898
District Rank
#8 of 22

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