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Very Good

#182 of 719 schools in ID

Top 25% in state

Ririe Elementary School

Elementary School · RIRIE JOINT DISTRICT

PO BOX 528, Ririe, ID 83443

Enrollment

379

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#182 of 719

In Ririe

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

RIRIE JOINT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Ririe Elementary School

7.6/10

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

Ririe Jr/sr High School

5.9/10

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4.8/10

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About Ririe Elementary School

Ririe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ririe, ID, part of RIRIE JOINT DISTRICT. Ririe Elementary School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ririe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Ririe Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above ID schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ririe Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,423
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Ririe Elementary School — Students at Ririe Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
58%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Ririe Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in ID
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Location

PO BOX 528, Ririe, ID 83443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ririe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Rigby), with a very similar rating. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Rexburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Rigby), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ririe, see our Ririe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RIRIE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Ririe 0.6 mi 5.9
SOUTH FORK ELEMENTARY Rexburg 7.0 mi 4.8
SOUTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby 6.3 mi 5.0
COTTONWOOD ELEMENTARY Rigby 7.1 mi 7.3
HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby 7.9 mi 4.0
JEFFERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT 251 EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Rigby 7.9 mi 3.3
RIGBY HIGH SCHOOL Rigby 8.6 mi 5.7
RIGBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rigby 8.8 mi 8.4
UCON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls 9.2 mi 5.9
MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Rexburg 12.6 mi 5.4
MADISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 12.5 mi 6.8
IONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Iona 10.5 mi 5.5
BURTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 12.7 mi 5.6
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg 13.0 mi 5.0
MADISON ONLINE ELEMENTARY Rexburg 13.0 mi
LIGHTHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Idaho Falls 11.6 mi
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby 9.8 mi 6.5
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 13.3 mi 6.6
FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rigby 10.0 mi 8.9
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg 13.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,653

Median Home Value

$154,200

Median Rent

$1,107/mo

Population

1,227

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashton, ID 7.6
CONNOR ACADEMY Chubbuck, ID 7.6
RAMSEY MAGNET SCHOOL OF SCIENCE Coeur D'Alene, ID 7.6
SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn, ID 7.6
TRAIL WIND ELEMENTARY Boise, ID 7.6
ATLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayden Lake, ID 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ririe Elementary School

What grades does Ririe Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ririe Elementary School?

Ririe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ririe Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ririe Elementary School rank in ID?

Ririe Elementary School ranks #182 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Ririe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ririe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Ririe Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ririe Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ririe Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ririe Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

35.6% of students at Ririe 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

RIRIE JOINT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
724
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,423
District Rank
#1 of 2

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