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#654 of 719 schools in ID

Oregon Trail Elementary School

Elementary School · TWIN FALLS DISTRICT

660 PARK AVENUE, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#654 of 719

In Twin Falls

#17 of 20

public schools

In district

#14 of 17

TWIN FALLS DISTRICT

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Oregon Trail Elementary School

3.9/10

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

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6.5/10

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4.7/10

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About Oregon Trail Elementary School

Oregon Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Twin Falls, ID, part of TWIN FALLS DISTRICT. Oregon Trail Elementary School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oregon Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #654 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Oregon Trail Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.5
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,657
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Oregon Trail Elementary School — Students at Oregon Trail Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
92%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
33%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Oregon Trail Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
9th percentile in ID
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Location

660 PARK AVENUE, Twin Falls, ID 83301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oregon Trail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Twin Falls, see our Twin Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO Twin Falls 0.5 mi 6.5
BICKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 0.8 mi 4.7
TWIN FALLS VIRTUAL SCHOOLHOUSE Twin Falls 1.1 mi 4.8
ST EDWARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.2 mi 7.6
SOUTH HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.3 mi 5.8
MAGIC VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.4 mi 4.5
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.5 mi 3.5
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.5 mi 5.2
ACORN LEARNING CENTER Twin Falls 1.5 mi 6.7
BRIDGE ACADEMY Twin Falls 1.7 mi 3.5
VERA C O'LEARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.8 mi 6.9
HARRISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.2 mi 4.7
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Twin Falls 1.9 mi 6.8
SNAKE RIVER JUVENILE DETENTION Twin Falls 1.7 mi
TWIN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.2 mi 6.8
SAWTOOTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.4 mi 7.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.4 mi 7.5
HILLTOP SDA SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.2 mi
I B PERRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.6 mi 3.2
ROBERT STUART MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls 2.7 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,388

Median Home Value

$290,600

Median Rent

$1,011/mo

Population

61,968

College Educated

23.8%

Homeownership

66.3%

Avg Commute

16.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35.4

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School Rating
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LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY Caldwell, ID 3.9
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sugar City, ID 4.0
ENDEAVOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa, ID 3.8
ETHEL BOYES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 4.0
FILER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Filer, ID 3.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oregon Trail Elementary School

What grades does Oregon Trail Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Oregon Trail Elementary School?

Oregon Trail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oregon Trail Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oregon Trail Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oregon Trail Elementary School rank in ID?

Oregon Trail Elementary School ranks #654 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Oregon Trail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oregon Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Oregon Trail Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oregon Trail Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oregon Trail Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oregon Trail Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

71.4% of students at Oregon Trail 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Twin Falls County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

TWIN FALLS DISTRICT
District Enrollment
9,227
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,657
District Rank
#14 of 17

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