Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Longfellow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow Elementary School serves the northern part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Families within this zone are typically about a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 248 students has grown by 14% 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
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#48 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Longfellow Elementary School often compared to?
Longfellow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School, Collister Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
248 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Elementary School located?
Longfellow Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 2 other public schools located in North End.
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