Patterson Elementary School serves 9 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
9 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Challis Joint School District.
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