Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frontier Elementary School 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frontier Elementary School serves the northern part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Elementary School's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frontier Elementary School 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 Frontier Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#102 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
12%
1%
White
61%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
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 #102 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Frontier Elementary School?
263 students attend Frontier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Frontier Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 (No virtual instruction).
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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