Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Trail Wind Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Trail Wind Elementary serves the northern part of Boise, ID, covering an area of approximately 9.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trail Wind Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Trail Wind Elementary School's student population of 475 students has grown by 6% 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
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Pioneers!
School Rankings
Trail Wind Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trail Wind Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#74 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
73%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trail Wind Elementary School's ranking?
Trail Wind Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Trail Wind Elementary School often compared to?
Trail Wind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Pine Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School, Liberty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Trail Wind Elementary School?
475 students attend Trail Wind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Trail Wind Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trail Wind Elementary School?
Trail Wind Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trail Wind Elementary School offer ?
Trail Wind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trail Wind Elementary School part of?
Trail Wind Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Trail Wind Elementary School located?
Trail Wind Elementary School is located in the Southeast Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 7 other public schools located in Southeast Boise.
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