Idaho Falls District

The Idaho Falls District operates a diverse set of 20 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds.

Among the standout schools in the district, Sunnyside Elementary School and Westside Elementary School consistently rank among the top performers, with high test scores and low chronic absenteeism. In contrast, the alternative Emerson High School faces significant challenges, with a very low 4-year graduation rate of 25% and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 60%, serving a more disadvantaged student population.

The district as a whole performs below the state average on standardized tests, but there is a wide disparity in academic achievement between the highest and lowest-performing schools. This gap appears to be closely linked to the socioeconomic status of the student population, with schools serving a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch generally struggling more academically. The data suggests that the Idaho Falls District may benefit from targeted interventions and resource allocation to support its most vulnerable schools and student subgroups.