Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Summerwind Stem Academy 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerwind Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summerwind Stem Academy's student population of 357 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Summerwind Stem Academy 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 Summerwind Stem Academy is 0.45, which is more 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
#149 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
7%
1%
White
73%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Summerwind Stem Academy's ranking?
Summerwind Stem Academy is ranked #149 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Summerwind Stem Academy?
357 students attend Summerwind Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Summerwind Stem Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summerwind Stem Academy?
Summerwind Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summerwind Stem Academy offer ?
Summerwind Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summerwind Stem Academy part of?
Summerwind Stem Academy is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Summerwind Stem Academy located?
Summerwind Stem Academy is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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