DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in IDAHO FALLS, ID with about 573 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in Idaho Falls, Idaho, serving students within the Idaho Falls School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while incorporating modern teaching practices to ensure that students are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.
Beyond core academics, Discovery Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and character development. The school prides itself on maintaining active partnerships with parents and local stakeholders to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests. With a commitment to both excellence and equity, the faculty and staff work collaboratively to provide students with the foundational skills necessary for long-term success in an evolving educational landscape.
For more information, contact DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 552-7711 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
IDAHO FALLS, ID 83401
(208) 552-7711
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in IDAHO FALLS, ID with about 573 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- BONNEVILLE JOINT DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 573
- Teachers:
- 30.83
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 573 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 14.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Black or African American
- 0.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 42.9%
- Male
- 57.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.