For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,912 students in 83705, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83705, ID are Hawthorne Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83705 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83705, ID have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83705, ID Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2401 Targee Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5000
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5000
Gr: PK-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Monroe Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3615 Cassia Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5620
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5620
Gr: PK-6 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2045 South Pond Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5080
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5080
Gr: PK-6 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Owyhee Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3434 Pasadena Drive
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5850
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5850
Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Whitney Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1609 South Owyhee Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-6580
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-6580
Gr: PK-6 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 South Latah Street
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5260
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-5260
Gr: PK-6 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Peace Valley Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1845 South Federal Way
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 205-8818
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 205-8818
Gr: K-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
83705, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5007 Franklin Road
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-4900
Boise, ID 83705
(208) 854-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 83705, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83705, ID include Hawthorne Elementary School, Monroe Elementary School and Hillcrest Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83705?
7 public elementary schools are located in 83705.
What is the racial composition of students in 83705?
83705 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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