Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Amity Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Amity Elementary School serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amity Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amity Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amity Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#235 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amity Elementary School's ranking?
Amity Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Amity Elementary School often compared to?
Amity Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Sage Elementary School, Desert Sage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Amity Elementary School?
371 students attend Amity Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Amity Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amity Elementary School?
Amity Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amity Elementary School offer ?
Amity Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amity Elementary School part of?
Amity Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Amity Elementary School located?
Amity Elementary School is located in the Southwest Ada County Alliance neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Ada County Alliance.
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