For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,036 students in 83709, ID.
The top-ranked public high schools in 83709, ID are West Junior High School, Borah Senior High School and Boise Online School - Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 83709 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Idaho public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 83709, ID have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 83709 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Idaho average of 80%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Borah Senior High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Idaho or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public high school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83709, ID Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Junior High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8371 West Salt Creek Court
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-6450
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-6450
Gr: 7-9 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Borah Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Cassia Street
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-4370
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 1,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Boise Online School - Secondary
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8169 West Victory Road
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-4000
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-4000
Gr: 7-12 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Empower Connections Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9550 Bethel Court
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 332-6800
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 332-6800
Gr: 6-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Frank Church High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8051 West Salt Creek Court
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5650
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5650
Gr: 7-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Dehryl A Dennis Prof-tech Center
Vocational School
8201 West Victory Road
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5810
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5810
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students
83709, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Boise Evening School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
8051 West Salt Creek Ct
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-6700
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
6400 Overland Road
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5580
Boise, ID 83709
(208) 854-5580
Gr: PK-6 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 83709, ID?
The top-ranked public high schools in 83709, ID include West Junior High School, Borah Senior High School and Boise Online School - Secondary.
How many public high schools are located in 83709?
7 public high schools are located in 83709.
What is the racial composition of students in 83709?
83709 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public high schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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