51±¬ÁÏ

Prairie Elem/jr High School

73 Smith Creek Road
Mountain Home, ID 83647
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Prairie Elem/jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1% in ID)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Prairie Elem/jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:

School Overview

Prairie Elem/jr High School's student population of 6 students has grown by 500% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

The diversity score of Prairie Elem/jr High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (ID)
(14-15)
≥50%
40%
(14-15)
≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% ID state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elem/jr High School?
6 students attend Prairie Elem/jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Prairie Elem/jr High School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Elem/jr High School?
Prairie Elem/jr High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Prairie Elem/jr High School offer ?
Prairie Elem/jr High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Elem/jr High School part of?
Prairie Elem/jr High School is part of Prairie Elementary School District.

School Reviews

Review Prairie Elem/jr High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

Why Single-Sex 51±¬ÁÏs are Growing in Popularity
Why Single-Sex 51±¬ÁÏs are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 6 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

Quick Links