Upriver Elementary School

UPRIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a small rural school located in Fernwood, Idaho. Serving kindergarten through sixth grade, UPRIVER ELEMENTARY has an enrollment of 87 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers. The school's remote setting offers a tight-knit community where teachers and families work closely together to support each child’s growth.

Academically, UPRIVER ELEMENTARY is currently rated at the lower end according to MySchoolScout data, reflecting areas where the school focuses on student development with room for improvement in test scores. In reading, 38% of students are proficient or above, while only 15% meet proficiency standards in math. UPRIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL sits in a remote rural area where community involvement is strong and personal connections thrive among families and educators.

With an enrollment of 87 students, Upriver Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Upriver Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.