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#324 of 719 schools in ID

Top 45% in state

Capital Senior High School

High School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

8055 GODDARD ROAD, Boise, ID 83704

Enrollment

1,162

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#324 of 719

In Boise

#45 of 73

public schools

In district

#28 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Capital Senior High School

6.6/10

High School in Boise · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Capital Senior High School

Capital Senior High School is a public high school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Capital Senior High School serves approximately 1,162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Capital Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Capital Senior High School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation34.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Capital Senior High School — Students at Capital Senior High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
33%
ELA
63%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Capital Senior High School Compares

See how Capital Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
55th percentile in ID
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.1
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
34.9% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

8055 GODDARD ROAD, Boise, ID 83704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Capital Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Nampa), with a very similar rating. Another option is COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa 0.3 mi 6.5
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 7.4
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 0.6 mi
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.8 mi 7.8
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 0.9 mi 5.5
NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise 1.2 mi
MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise 1.3 mi 6.5
ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.3 mi 7.0
VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.0 mi 7.6
FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.4 mi 4.8
PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.7 mi 6.9
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 1.3 mi 8.6
EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise 2.3 mi 5.2
CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 7.5
ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City 1.8 mi 8.2
KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 4.1
McMillan Elementary Boise 1.8 mi 8.1
RIVERGLEN JR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.5 mi 6.2
TREASURE VALLEY MATH/SCIENCE Boise 2.5 mi
FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City 1.9 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,806

Median Home Value

$354,400

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

Population

41,406

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.5

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BLACKFOOT HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID 6.6
WOOD RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Hailey, ID 6.5
HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 6.7
MADISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 6.8
POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Capital Senior High School

What grades does Capital Senior High School serve?

Capital Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Capital Senior High School?

Capital Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,162 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Capital Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Capital Senior High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Capital Senior High School rank in ID?

Capital Senior High School ranks #324 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Capital Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Capital Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Capital Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Capital Senior High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Capital Senior High School a charter school?

No, Capital Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Capital Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Capital Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capital Senior High School?

30.3% of students at Capital Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,162
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#28 of 48

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