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Iona Elementary School

Elementary School · BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT

5338 OWENS AVANUE, Iona, ID 83427

Enrollment

661

Student-Teacher

23.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#473 of 719

In district

#15 of 24

BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT

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Iona Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Iona · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Iona Elementary School

Iona Elementary School is a public elementary school in Iona, ID, part of BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT. Iona Elementary School serves approximately 661 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 23.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Iona Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #473 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Iona Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Iona Elementary School runs 23.6:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,756
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Iona Elementary School — Students at Iona Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.9% (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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
55%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Iona Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in ID
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

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

5338 OWENS AVANUE, Iona, ID 83427

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Iona Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMIT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Idaho Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Idaho Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIMROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Ammon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Iona, see our Iona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
TAYLORS CROSSING CHARTER SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.3 mi 7.7
BLACK CANYON MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.8 mi 4.5
THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.8 mi 6.7
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.6 mi 7.9
CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.0 mi 6.7
SPECIAL SERVICES CENTER Idaho Falls 1.9 mi
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 1.9 mi 6.8
TECHNICAL CAREERS HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.0 mi 6.5
PRAXIUM MASTERY ACADEMY Idaho Falls 2.0 mi
LIGHTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.5 mi
BONNEVILLE ONLINE SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.0 mi 8.0
BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.3 mi 6.3
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.3 mi 3.5
BONNEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.3 mi 6.3
RIMROCK ELEMENTARY Ammon 3.3 mi 7.2
SUMMIT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 2.6 mi 8.2
TIEBREAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 3.0 mi 4.8
SNAKE RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ammon 3.1 mi 6.0
MOUNTAIN VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ammon 3.7 mi 4.6
WHITE PINE CHARTER SCHOOL Ammon 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,418

Median Home Value

$368,400

Median Rent

$1,284/mo

Population

2,819

College Educated

27.9%

Homeownership

92.1%

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

29

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BURTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 5.6
IOWA ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID 5.6
PURPLE SAGE ELEMENTARY Caldwell, ID 5.6
REAGAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa, ID 5.6
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID 5.3
DORA ERICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Iona Elementary School

What grades does Iona Elementary School serve?

Iona Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Iona Elementary School?

Iona Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 661 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Iona Elementary School is 23.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Iona Elementary School rank in ID?

Iona Elementary School ranks #473 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Iona Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Iona Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Iona Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Iona Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Iona Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Iona Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

24.8% of students at Iona 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
661
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Bonneville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

District

BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
13,646
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,756
District Rank
#15 of 24

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