Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Shadow Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shadow Hills Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shadow Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Hills Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
78%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Hills Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Shadow Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Shadow Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Shadow Hills Elementary School?
447 students attend Shadow Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Shadow Hills Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadow Hills Elementary School?
Shadow Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shadow Hills Elementary School offer ?
Shadow Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadow Hills Elementary School part of?
Shadow Hills Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Shadow Hills Elementary School located?
Shadow Hills Elementary School is located in the Northwest Boise City neighborhood of Garden City, ID. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Boise City.
School Reviews
5 4/23/2008
I love this school it is a great place to learn with amazing teachers my favorite teacher is Ms.Jeffries everybody loves her SHADOW HILLS ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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