Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Christine Donnell School Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts's student population of 460 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges
School Rankings
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christine Donnell School Of The Arts is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christine Donnell School Of The Arts's ranking?
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts is ranked #73 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Christine Donnell School Of The Arts?
460 students attend Christine Donnell School Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Christine Donnell School Of The Arts students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christine Donnell School Of The Arts?
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Christine Donnell School Of The Arts offer ?
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christine Donnell School Of The Arts part of?
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Christine Donnell School Of The Arts located?
Christine Donnell School Of The Arts is located in the Southwest Ada County Alliance neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Ada County Alliance.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
NO SCHOOL - All Grades - Spring Break
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors
May 15, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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