Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frontier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Frontier Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
11%
1%
White
69%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Elementary School's ranking?
Frontier Elementary School is ranked #144 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Frontier Elementary School often compared to?
Frontier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ustick Elementary School, Cecil D Andrus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Frontier Elementary School?
274 students attend Frontier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Frontier Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier Elementary School?
Frontier Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier Elementary School offer ?
Frontier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frontier Elementary School part of?
Frontier Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Frontier Elementary School located?
Frontier Elementary School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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