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#205 of 719 schools in ID

Top 28% in state

Kershaw Intermediate School

Elementary School · SUGAR-SALEM JOINT DISTRICT

610 EAST 3RD NORTH STREET, Sugar City, ID 83448

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#205 of 719

In Sugar City

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

SUGAR-SALEM JOINT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Kershaw Intermediate School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Sugar City · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.0/10

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6.3/10

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About Kershaw Intermediate School

Kershaw Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Sugar City, ID, part of SUGAR-SALEM JOINT DISTRICT. Kershaw Intermediate School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kershaw Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #205 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Kershaw Intermediate School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.8
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,631
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

Kershaw Intermediate School — Students at Kershaw Intermediate School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
90%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
64%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Kershaw Intermediate School Compares

See how Kershaw Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in ID
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Location

610 EAST 3RD NORTH STREET, Sugar City, ID 83448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kershaw Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby St. Anthony), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PARKER-EGIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby St. Anthony), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Rexburg), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sugar City, see our Sugar City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sugar City 0.2 mi 4.0
SUGAR-SALEM HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.3 mi 6.3
SUGAR-SALEM JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sugar City 0.3 mi 6.8
SUGAR-SALEM ONLINE Sugar City 0.5 mi
VALLEY VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Sugar City 0.5 mi 6.3
SHUMWAY ACADEMY Rexburg 1.9 mi 3.5
MADISON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 3.6 mi 2.5
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 3.8 mi 5.9
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 4.1 mi 6.6
TETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Anthony 3.4 mi 8.3
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 4.4 mi 5.0
MADISON ONLINE ELEMENTARY Rexburg 4.4 mi
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 4.6 mi 4.5
FIVE-COUNTY DETENTION CENTER St. Anthony 5.1 mi
PARKER-EGIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL St. Anthony 5.9 mi 8.3
MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Rexburg 5.5 mi 5.4
HIBBARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 5.2 mi 4.8
BURTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 6.1 mi 5.6
HENRYS FORK ELEMENTARY St. Anthony 7.1 mi 6.4
MADISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 6.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,564

Median Home Value

$331,100

Median Rent

$1,356/mo

Population

3,074

College Educated

40.2%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

27.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kershaw Intermediate School

What grades does Kershaw Intermediate School serve?

Kershaw Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Kershaw Intermediate School?

Kershaw Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kershaw Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kershaw Intermediate School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kershaw Intermediate School rank in ID?

Kershaw Intermediate School ranks #205 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Kershaw Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kershaw Intermediate 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 Kershaw Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kershaw Intermediate School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kershaw Intermediate School a charter school?

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

Is Kershaw Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Kershaw Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kershaw Intermediate School?

34.1% of students at Kershaw Intermediate 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

District

SUGAR-SALEM JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,199
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,631
District Rank
#1 of 5

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