Shumway Academy serves 97 students in grades Kindergarten-8. The student:teacher of Shumway Academy is 16:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,050
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shumway Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Learning Today. Leading Tomorrow.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shumway Academy cost?
Shumway Academy's tuition is approximately $3,050 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Shumway Academy?
The acceptance rate of Shumway Academy is 85%, which is lower than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for Shumway Academy?
The application deadline for Shumway Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Shumway Academy is Watersprings School (30.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Lighthouse Montessori School (27.1 miles away)
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756 S. Foothill Dr.
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(208) 523-7315
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 523-7315
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(208) 524-4730
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(208) 524-4730
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(208) 569-4694
Idaho Falls, ID 83406
(208) 569-4694
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(208) 529-8080
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
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(208) 523-7615
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(208) 523-7615
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(208) 542-6250
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(208) 542-6250
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(307) 733-9098
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756 S. Foothill Dr.
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 523-7315
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 523-7315
27.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 91 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Snake River Montessori School
Montessori School
2970 1st St
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 524-4730
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 524-4730
27.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
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(208) 522-7781
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(208) 522-7781
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(208) 528-8582
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
(208) 528-8582
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756 S. Foothill Dr.
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 523-7315
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 523-7315
27.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 91 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
Snake River Montessori School
Montessori School
2970 1st St
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 524-4730
Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 524-4730
27.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 131 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
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Idaho Falls, ID 83406
(208) 569-4694
Idaho Falls, ID 83406
(208) 569-4694
28.6 miles
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Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
28.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
543 N Ridge Ave
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
(208) 523-7615
Idaho Falls, ID 83402
(208) 523-7615
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(208) 356-4437
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(208) 356-4437
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(208) 356-9351
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(208) 356-9351
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(208) 356-0241
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(208) 356-0274
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