PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the JEFFERSON COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in RIGBY, ID with about 727 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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, PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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.

Philo T. Farnsworth Elementary School, located in Rigby, Idaho, is a public elementary school serving students in the Jefferson County School District. Named after the Idaho-born inventor of electronic television, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and student engagement. It serves as a central hub for the local Rigby community, focusing on preparing young learners for middle school through a structured curriculum that balances classroom instruction with collaborative activities.

The school is known for its commitment to student success by providing a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates both rigorous academics and personal growth. By maintaining strong ties to the surrounding Rigby area, Philo T. Farnsworth Elementary creates a community-focused atmosphere where educators and parents work closely to support student achievement. Through its dedicated staff and various school programs, the institution strives to cultivate a sense of curiosity and academic excellence in its K-5 student body.

For more information, contact PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 745-8347 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

305 N 3700 E
RIGBY, ID 83442-5455
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PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in RIGBY, ID with about 727 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
727
Teachers:
30.5
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 727 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PHILO T FARNSWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.

White
91.6%
Hispanic/Latino
7.3%
Two or more races
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
49.2%
Male
50.8%

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.