Serving 321 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Koelsch 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Koelsch Elementary School serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koelsch Elementary School's student population of 321 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Koelsch 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 Koelsch Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#662 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
95%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Koelsch Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koelsch Elementary School's ranking?
Koelsch Elementary School is ranked #662 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Koelsch Elementary School often compared to?
Koelsch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Maple Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Koelsch Elementary School?
321 students attend Koelsch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Koelsch Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koelsch Elementary School?
Koelsch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Koelsch Elementary School offer ?
Koelsch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Koelsch Elementary School part of?
Koelsch Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Koelsch Elementary School located?
Koelsch Elementary School is located in the Winstead Park neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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