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Ellis Elementary School

Principal:  Betsy Goeltz
Grades:  K–6
Enrollment:  576
Mascot:  "The Falcons"

Ellis Elementary School is the namesake of longtime superintendent Dr. Rulon M. Ellis, who served in the capacity of superintendent for 23 years, retiring from public school life on July 1, 1987. Dr. Ellis' appointment was unique, as he was truly a product of the Pocatello school system, having entered first grade at Tyhee school and graduated from Pocatello High School. He obtained his higher education from Idaho State College and the University of Idaho. Upon graduation, Dr. Ellis returned to Pocatello High School in 1948—this time as teacher. From there he became an elementary school principal, and then advanced to district administrative positions.

At the cornerstone ceremony, held May 11, 1985, Dr. Ellis expressed, "I trust that this school will become an integral part of this community. I want it to be a place where children learn the skills they need to become successful citizens. I want it to be a place where parents feel welcome and where they feel they can contribute to and have influence upon the education their children receive. I want it to be a place where the professionals who work within the building feel support, develop a team effort, contribute their best efforts and develop a high self-esteem because of the results of their efforts." Dr. Ellis is a regular and beloved classroom visitor.

Mission

Pocatello/Chubbuck School district maximizes student learning through rigor, relevancy, and relationships. Our mission is to increase achievement in all academic subjects for all students. Maintain high academic, aesthetic, and technological standards. Develop responsible, productive, and healthy citizens who are learners for life, and recognize and appreciate the uniqueness of individuals.

Parents Options

• Parent Teacher Organization
• Parent Volunteer Program
• Parent Workshops
• Parent Orientation

2006–2007 Student Body

• 4% participated in gifted and talented programs
• 42% qualified for free or reduced-price lunch
• 1% participated in programs to learn English

2006–2007 Average Class Sizes

	Chubbuck	District
Kindergarten	24	21
First Grade	23	23
Second Grade	25	24
Third Grade	27	24
Fourth Grade	28	25
Fifth Grade	23	24
Sixth Grade	27	23

2006–2007 Highlights

Rulon Ellis Elementary School celebrates the success of achieving AYP status for 5 consecutive years and looks forward to continued academic success in the 2007-08 school year. The school celebrates and recognizes student citizenship, attendance and academic achievement. It celebrates the inviting atmosphere, and the strong support of parents and the community. Volunteers help to create the strong academic program and the caring environment for which Rulon Ellis Elementary School is known.

2006–2007 Academic Performance

	Ellis Average	District Average	State Average
ISAT Reading Proficiency	87.29%	83.00%	80.86%
ISAT Math Proficiency	88.63%	75.71%	77.02%
Language Usage	79.93%		*78.00%

Driving Directions

Start Address:  (e.g., 1133 call creek pl, pocatello, id, 83201)