Below Average
#79 of 82 private schools in ID
Little Peoples Academy
Elementary School
543 N RIDGE AVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#79 of 82
In Idaho Falls
#5 of 5
public schools
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Little Peoples Academy
Elementary School in Idaho Falls · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Peoples Academy
Little Peoples Academy is a private elementary school in Idaho Falls, ID. Little Peoples Academy serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Peoples Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Little Peoples Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Little Peoples Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Little Peoples Academy compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Idaho Falls, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Little Peoples Academy (this school) | 4.1 |
| ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| DORA ERICKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| TEMPLE VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| LINDEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| A H BUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| EDGEMONT GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| ETHEL BOYES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| FOX HOLLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| FALLS VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| TIEBREAKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| SUMMIT HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| AMERICAN HERITAGE CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| BRIDGEWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| BONNEVILLE ONLINE ELEMENTARY | 4.1 |
| CLOVERDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Idaho Falls
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ID
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
543 N RIDGE AVE, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Peoples Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LPOSD HOME SCHOOL ACADEMY Sandpoint, ID | 4.1 |
| HAMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamer, ID | 3.8 |
| HOLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 4.6 |
| ROSE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boise, ID | 4.7 |
| CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazelton, ID | 4.9 |
| THE LEARNING ACADEMY OF TETON VALLEY Driggs, ID | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Peoples Academy
What grades does Little Peoples Academy serve?
Little Peoples Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Little Peoples Academy?
Little Peoples Academy has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Peoples Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Peoples Academy is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Peoples Academy rank in ID?
Little Peoples Academy ranks #79 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Little Peoples Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Peoples Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Peoples Academy a private school?
Yes, Little Peoples Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Little Peoples Academy a religious school?
No, Little Peoples Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bonneville County
- Phone
- (208) 523-7615
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