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Star Elementary School

Summary:

Star Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Star, Idaho, serving grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 651 students. The school is part of the Joint School District No. 2, which is ranked 10th out of 77 districts in Idaho and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Star Elementary School has a higher percentage of White students (82.8%) compared to the state average and nearby schools, with a lower percentage of minority students. The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated, currently placing it in the top 30% of Idaho elementary schools. It performs well for female and male students, as well as White students, but has experienced higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rates. Academically, the school generally performs above the state average in ISAT assessments, though it lags behind some top-performing nearby schools like Galileo STEM Academy and Paramount Elementary School.

Star Elementary School serves a relatively affluent student population, with a low percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients. Its spending per student is slightly lower than some of the higher-performing nearby schools, but it maintains a student-teacher ratio comparable to the area. While Star Elementary School is a well-performing school within the district, continued efforts to address challenges like chronic absenteeism and improve academic performance in certain grade levels could help the school maintain and enhance its standing.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 700 North Star Road
       Star, ID  83669-5417

(208) 855-4119

District: Joint School District No. 2

SchoolDigger Rank:
87th of 301 Idaho Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $6,429 Help


Students who attend Star Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Star Middle School
High:    Eagle High School

Student/teacher ratio:  19.8 Help
Number of students:  651

Racial breakdown:

White:
82.8%
Hispanic:
10.1%
Two or more races:
4.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  24.7% Help


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Compare Details Star Elementary School ranks better than 71.1% of elementary schools in Idaho. It also ranks 24th among 33 ranked elementary schools in the Joint School District No. 2. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 70.53. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Star Elementary School has the largest elementary school student body size in the Joint School District No. 2.  (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Star Elementary School is $6,429. 27 elementary schools in the Joint School District No. 2 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Star Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Star Elementary School 87th of 301 Idaho public elementary schools. (See Star Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Joint School District No. 2:

SchoolDigger ranks Joint School District No. 2 10th of 77 Idaho school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Star Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Star Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 55.27 156th 335 53.4%
2009 58.65 141st 349 59.6%
2010 60.78 145th 356 59.3%
2011 39.24 261st 359 27.3%
2012 53.45 178th 354 49.7%
2013 33.44 282nd 357 21.0%
2015 38.59 143rd 226 36.7%
2016 22.26 194th 240 19.2%
2017 31.49 212th 292 27.4%
2018 70.69 68th 254 73.2%
2019 64.68 62nd 171 63.7%
2021 65.37 54th 166 67.5%
2022 55.04 83rd 188 55.9%
2023 59.41 96th 252 61.9%
2024 70.53 87th 301 71.1%
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Rank History for Female students at Star Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 76.40 5th 23 78.3%
2022 43.69 12th 23 47.8%
2023 57.92 12th 16 25.0%
2024 68.92 17th 69 75.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Star Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 52.67 12th 23 47.8%
2022 59.63 8th 23 65.2%
2023 58.17 11th 16 31.3%
2024 79.00 16th 69 76.8%
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Rank History for White students at Star Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 71.86 37th 135 72.6%
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Data source: test scores: Idaho Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Idaho Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Star Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 270 270
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 264 264
1993 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 250 250
1994 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 263 263
1995 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 261 261
1996 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 261 261
1997 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 311 311
1998 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 308 308
1999 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 314 314
2000 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 369 369
2001 335 2 3 12 1 n/a n/a 0 353
2002 351 3 7 13 1 n/a n/a 0 375
2003 351 3 7 13 1 n/a n/a 0 375
2004 348 1 7 13 2 n/a n/a 0 371
2005 414 0 7 11 3 n/a n/a 0 435
2006 476 0 11 11 5 n/a n/a 0 503
2007 499 4 7 18 4 n/a n/a 0 532
2008 474 4 4 27 3 n/a n/a 0 512
2009 466 5 7 30 5 n/a n/a 0 513
2010 439 1 7 47 2 n/a n/a 0 496
2011 480 1 4 36 2 1 6 0 530
2012 438 2 7 31 2 0 5 0 485
2013 439 2 5 33 2 0 10 0 491
2014 451 4 3 47 3 0 13 0 521
2015 409 3 3 54 3 4 18 0 494
2016 379 4 3 61 3 3 18 0 471
2017 393 6 3 54 4 2 19 0 481
2018 436 0 4 57 4 4 22 0 527
2019 488 0 3 50 3 1 20 0 565
2020 512 0 2 55 4 1 21 0 595
2021 448 1 2 55 3 4 22 0 535
2022 527 2 3 56 2 3 25 0 618
2023 539 4 2 66 3 5 32 0 651

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Star Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 270 17.0 15.8 17.8
1992 264 16.0 16.5 20.5
1993 250 14.7 17.0 18
1994 263 14.2 18.5 20.2
1995 261 15.4 16.9 14.6
1996 261 15.4 16.9 14.6
1997 311 16.5 18.8 20.6
1998 308 17.1 18.0 20.8
1999 314 18.0 17.4 25.5
2000 369 19.0 19.4 24.1
2001 353 20.6 17.1 23.8
2002 375 20.2 18.6 20
2003 375 20.2 18.6 20
2004 371 18.9 19.6 19.9
2005 435 19.6 22.2 21.4
2006 503 23.0 21.9 19.9
2007 532 24.3 21.9 21.4
2008 512 26.4 19.4 22.7
2009 513 24.6 20.8 26.7
2010 496 25.7 19.2 32.7
2011 530 24.9 21.2 34.3
2012 485 24.0 20.2 42.3
2013 491 22.8 21.5 40.9
2014 521 22.1 23.5 39.2
2015 494 21.0 23.5 41.3
2016 471 23.0 20.4 31.4
2017 481 21.5 22.3 35.3
2018 527 25.7 20.4 27.5
2019 565 27.0 20.8 21.9
2020 595 28.0 21.1 20.5
2021 535 28.5 18.7 15.7
2022 618 30.7 20.1 10
2023 651 32.8 19.8 24.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Star Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 270 17.0 15.8 17.8
1992 264 16.0 16.5 20.5
1993 250 14.7 17.0 18
1994 263 14.2 18.5 20.2
1995 261 15.4 16.9 14.6
1996 261 15.4 16.9 14.6
1997 311 16.5 18.8 20.6
1998 308 17.1 18.0 20.8
1999 314 18.0 17.4 25.5
2000 369 19.0 19.4 24.1
2001 353 20.6 17.1 23.8
2002 375 20.2 18.6 20
2003 375 20.2 18.6 20
2004 371 18.9 19.6 19.9
2005 435 19.6 22.2 21.4
2006 503 23.0 21.9 19.9
2007 532 24.3 21.9 21.4
2008 512 26.4 19.4 22.7
2009 513 24.6 20.8 26.7
2010 496 25.7 19.2 32.7
2011 530 24.9 21.2 34.3
2012 485 24.0 20.2 42.3
2013 491 22.8 21.5 40.9
2014 521 22.1 23.5 39.2
2015 494 21.0 23.5 41.3
2016 471 23.0 20.4 31.4
2017 481 21.5 22.3 35.3
2018 527 25.7 20.4 27.5
2019 565 27.0 20.8 21.9
2020 595 28.0 21.1 20.5
2021 535 28.5 18.7 15.7
2022 618 30.7 20.1 10
2023 651 32.8 19.8 24.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Star Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $609 (9.5%) $5,820 (90.5%) $6,429

Data source: Idaho Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Star Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 62nd of 171 Elementary schoolsRanks 96th of 252 Elementary schools
 1.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Math (Star Elementary School)53.558.8
 5.3%
   3rd Grade Math (Joint School District No. 2)67.367.2
 0.1%
   3rd Grade Math (Idaho)5349.4
 3.6%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Star Elementary School)59.548
 11.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Joint School District No. 2)62.360.6
 1.7%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Idaho)50.545.2
 5.3%
4th Grade Math (Star Elementary School)57.655.3
 2.3%
   4th Grade Math (Joint School District No. 2)61.768
 6.3%
   4th Grade Math (Idaho)49.947.2
 2.7%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Star Elementary School)66.454.3
 12.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Joint School District No. 2)6365.3
 2.3%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Idaho)5248.4
 3.6%
5th Grade Math (Star Elementary School)61.942.5
 19.4%
   5th Grade Math (Joint School District No. 2)6063.6
 3.6%
   5th Grade Math (Idaho)44.941.5
 3.4%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Star Elementary School)64.850.8
 14%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Joint School District No. 2)69.369.7
 0.4%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Idaho)56.951.7
 5.2%
All Grades Math (Star Elementary School)5851.8
 6.2%
   All Grades Math (Joint School District No. 2)58.957.7
 1.2%
   All Grades Math (Idaho)44.441.5
 2.9%
All Grades English Language Arts (Star Elementary School)63.751.1
 12.6%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Joint School District No. 2)6868.7
 0.7%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Idaho)5552.2
 2.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students565651
 15.2%
African American04
American Indian33
Asian32
 33.3%
Hispanic5066
 32%
Pacific Islander15
 400%
White488539
 10.5%
Two or More Races2032
 60%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients21.9%24.7%
 2.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Star Elementary School

Students at Star Elementary School are 83% White, 10% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races.

Students who attend Star Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Star Middle School
High : Eagle High School

Star Elementary School ranks 87th of 301 Idaho elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

In the 2022-23 school year, 651 students attended Star Elementary School.


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