Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Taft 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taft Elementary School serves the northern part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 0.7 miles of its boundaries and the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taft Elementary School's student population of 301 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Taft 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 Taft Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#598 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
96%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Elementary School's ranking?
Taft Elementary School is ranked #598 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Taft Elementary School often compared to?
Taft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Collister Elementary School, Lowell Elementary School, Anser Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Taft Elementary School?
301 students attend Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Taft Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Elementary School?
Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taft Elementary School offer ?
Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taft Elementary School part of?
Taft Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Taft Elementary School located?
Taft Elementary School is located in the Veterans Park neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 2 other public schools located in Veterans Park.
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