Nampa School District
School District · Nampa, Idaho
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
24
14 elem, 4 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,136
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
24
14 elem, 4 mid, 4 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,136
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Evaluating Nampa School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Nampa School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Willow Creek Elementary
Nampa · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Nampa Online Virtual Academy
Nampa · Other. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lake Ridge Elementary
Nampa · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Idaho rank
#90 of 98
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.6
below Idaho avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,136
+$77 vs Idaho median
District size
13,113 students
Much larger than Idaho median
The short answer
Nampa School District ranks #90 of 98 Idaho districts by overall school rating. Nampa School District's schools with real test data average 4.8/10 across 23 schools. Its top-rated schools are Willow Creek Elementary (6.6/10), Nampa Online Virtual Academy (6.3/10), and Lake Ridge Elementary (6.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 6.6/10 despite 58% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.0 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Nampa School District schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Nampa School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (23 of 24). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Willow Creek Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Nampa Online Virtual Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Lake Ridge Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Roosevelt Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Owyhee Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Reagan Elementary School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Iowa Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Skyview High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Lone Star Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Union High School | 5.2 / 10 |
See all 24 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Nampa School District
Nampa School District is a Nampa, Idaho school district serving 24 schools. The district educates 13,113 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.3:1. The district invests $11,136 per student annually.
With an average rating of 4.7/10, Nampa School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Willow Creek Elementary, which has a composite score of 6.6/10.
In standardized testing, Nampa School District students show an average math proficiency of 44.0% and ELA proficiency of 55.0%.
The district includes 14 elementary schools , 4 middle schools , and 4 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Nampa School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Nampa School District with test data.
Schools in Nampa School District
24 schools Elementary Schools 14
Middle Schools 4
High Schools 4
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Idaho
- City
- Nampa
- Total Enrollment
- 13,113
- Teachers (FTE)
- 760
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Nampa School District?
Nampa School District has 24 schools in total — 14 elementary, 4 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Nampa School District?
The average composite rating for Nampa School District is 4.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Nampa School District?
Nampa School District spends $11,136 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Nampa School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Nampa School District is 17.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Nampa School District?
Willow Creek Elementary is the highest-rated school in Nampa School District with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What are the test scores in Nampa School District?
Across schools in Nampa School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 44.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Nampa School District compare to other districts in Idaho?
Nampa School District has an average school rating of 4.7/10 across 24 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Idaho by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 44.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.0%
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Compare Nampa School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Boise Independent District (52)
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- Pocatello District (24)
- Idaho Falls District (22)
- Coeur D'alene District (20)
- Twin Falls District (18)
- Cassia County Joint District (17)
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- Vallivue School District (13)
- Lewiston Independent District (13)
- Blackfoot District (12)
- Jefferson County Joint District (12)
- Lakeland District (12)
- Madison District (12)
- Post Falls District (12)
- Caldwell District (11)
- Kuna Joint District (11)
- Minidoka County Joint District (11)
- Emmett Independent District (9)
- Mountain Home District (9)
- Snake River District (9)
- Blaine County District (8)
- Fremont County Joint District (8)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Idaho Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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