RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CASSIA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in MALTA, ID with about 189 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the rural community of Malta, Idaho, serves as a central hub for education in the West Cassia School District. As a small, community-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational education to students in the surrounding agricultural region. Its setting reflects a tight-knit environment where staff and families collaborate closely to support student development, often emphasizing traditional values and individualized attention that are hallmarks of smaller school districts.

The school is deeply integrated into the local culture of the Raft River Valley, functioning as more than just a place of learning but as a pillar of the Malta community. By offering a curriculum tailored to the needs of its diverse student body, Raft River Elementary focuses on core academic mastery, social-emotional growth, and preparing students for their eventual transition into the secondary school system. With its emphasis on local involvement and a supportive atmosphere, the school remains committed to fostering a positive learning experience for the children of the Idaho high desert.

For more information, contact RAFT RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 645-2561 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.