Serving 404 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shadow Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Garden City, ID, covering an area of approximately 7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shadow Hills Elementary School's student population of 404 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
A Community of Learners Caring about Academics and the Needs of Others.
School Rankings
Shadow Hills 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 Shadow Hills Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#203 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
75%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)26.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Shadow Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Shadow Hills Elementary School is ranked #203 out of 704 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
404 students attend Shadow Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Shadow Hills Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 18:1, 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 10/10/2025
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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