Below Average
#645 of 719 schools in ID
Payette Primary School
Elementary School · PAYETTE JOINT DISTRICT
1320 3RD AVENUE NORTH, Payette, ID 83661
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#645 of 719
In Payette
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
PAYETTE JOINT DISTRICT
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About Payette Primary School
Payette Primary School is a public elementary school in Payette, ID, part of PAYETTE JOINT DISTRICT. Payette Primary School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Payette Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Payette Primary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.5
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Payette Primary School runs 20.2:1 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
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Payette Primary School — Students at Payette Primary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.9/10.
How Payette Primary School Compares
See how Payette Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1320 3RD AVENUE NORTH, Payette, ID 83661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Payette Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aiken Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alameda Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Payette, see our Payette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| TREASURE VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Payette | 0.5 mi | — |
| PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Payette | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Payette | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payette | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Payette | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Ontario | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| May Roberts Elementary School Ontario | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Ontario Middle School Ontario | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ontario | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| TREASURE VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fruitland | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Ontario High School Ontario | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| FRUITLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fruitland | 4.9 mi | — |
| FRUITLAND HIGH SCHOOL Fruitland | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Aiken Elementary School Ontario | 4.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FRUITLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Fruitland | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| FRUITLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fruitland | 5.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Alameda Elementary School Ontario | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Four Rivers Community School Ontario | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Cairo Elementary School Ontario | 7.5 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,444
Median Home Value
$273,400
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
10,788
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
64.4%
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sugar City, ID | 4.0 |
| ETHEL BOYES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 4.0 |
| HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby, ID | 4.0 |
| KIMBERLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kimberly, ID | 4.0 |
| BLACKFOOT CHARTER COMMUNITY Blackfoot, ID | 4.1 |
| BONNEVILLE ONLINE ELEMENTARY Idaho Falls, ID | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Payette Primary School
What grades does Payette Primary School serve?
Payette Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Payette Primary School?
Payette Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Payette Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Payette Primary School is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Payette Primary School rank in ID?
Payette Primary School ranks #645 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Payette Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Payette Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Payette Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Payette Primary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Payette Primary School a charter school?
No, Payette Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Payette Primary School a Title I school?
No, Payette Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Payette Primary School?
77.8% of students at Payette Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Payette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (208) 642-3379
Resources & Links
District
PAYETTE JOINT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,359
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,042
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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