Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grace Jordan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grace Jordan Elementary serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The farthest students reside about 1.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grace Jordan Elementary School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Today's Preparation Determines Tomorrow's Achievement. Believe... Achieve... Succeed.
School Rankings
Grace Jordan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Jordan 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
#561 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
8%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
58%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grace Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Grace Jordan Elementary School is ranked #561 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Grace Jordan Elementary School often compared to?
Grace Jordan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest Elementary School, Amity Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Grace Jordan Elementary School?
402 students attend Grace Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Grace Jordan Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Jordan Elementary School?
Grace Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grace Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Grace Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grace Jordan Elementary School part of?
Grace Jordan Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
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