Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcmillan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Gateway School of Language & Culture serves the northern part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcmillan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mcmillan Elementary School's student population of 241 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcmillan Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcmillan Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#195 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
68%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcmillan Elementary School's ranking?
Mcmillan Elementary School is ranked #195 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Mcmillan Elementary School often compared to?
Mcmillan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cynthia Mann Elementary School, Joplin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Mcmillan Elementary School?
241 students attend Mcmillan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mcmillan Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcmillan Elementary School?
Mcmillan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcmillan Elementary School offer ?
Mcmillan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcmillan Elementary School part of?
Mcmillan Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Mcmillan Elementary School located?
Mcmillan Elementary School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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