Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morley Nelson 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 23% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 54% 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: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morley Nelson Elementary serves the northwest part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 2.1 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 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morley Nelson Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
SOARing Into Excellence!
School Rankings
Morley Nelson 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 Morley Nelson Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#625 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
95%
8%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morley Nelson Elementary School's ranking?
Morley Nelson Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Morley Nelson Elementary School often compared to?
Morley Nelson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Morley Nelson Elementary School?
392 students attend Morley Nelson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Morley Nelson Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morley Nelson Elementary School?
Morley Nelson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morley Nelson Elementary School offer ?
Morley Nelson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morley Nelson Elementary School part of?
Morley Nelson Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Morley Nelson Elementary School located?
Morley Nelson 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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