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East Canyon Elementary School

18408 Northside Boulevard
Nampa, ID 83687
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 723 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 723 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 50% in ID
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

East Canyon Elementary School's student population of 723 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Empowering students to turn their potential into success.
School Mascot
Wild Wolves

School Rankings

East Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Canyon Elementary School is 0.56, which is more 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)
#321 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
42%
41%
52%
55%
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
53%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

School Notes

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
East Canyon Elementary School is ranked #321 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are East Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
East Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend East Canyon Elementary School?
723 students attend East Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of East Canyon Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Canyon Elementary School?
East Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Canyon Elementary School offer ?
East Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Canyon Elementary School part of?
East Canyon Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.

School Calendar

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Date
Thanksgiving break (No Staff or Students) (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (No Staff of Students) (Events)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School -Early Release (Events)
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 723 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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