Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hidden Springs 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hidden Springs Elementary School serves the northern part of Garden City, ID, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Most families within this attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hidden Springs Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Hidden Springs 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 Hidden Springs Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#105 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Hidden Springs Elementary School is ranked #105 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hidden Springs Elementary School?
247 students attend Hidden Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hidden Springs Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hidden Springs Elementary School?
Hidden Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hidden Springs Elementary School offer ?
Hidden Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hidden Springs Elementary School part of?
Hidden Springs Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
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