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#274 of 719 schools in ID

Top 38% in state

Borah Senior High School

High School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

6001 CASSIA STREET, Boise, ID 83709

Enrollment

1,295

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#274 of 719

In Boise

#39 of 73

public schools

In district

#24 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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

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About Borah Senior High School

Borah Senior High School is a public high school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Borah Senior High School serves approximately 1,295 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Borah Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Borah Senior High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation33.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism21.5%

Borah Senior High School — Students at Borah Senior High School score 45% 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

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
79%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
54%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Borah Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in ID
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
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
29%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
33.9% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·34 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

6001 CASSIA STREET, Boise, ID 83709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Borah Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FRANK CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise 0.4 mi 5.6
BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.7 mi 6.6
ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise 0.9 mi
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 6.9
ROSE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 4.7
HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.2 mi 4.8
KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.8 mi 4.1
LOGAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.4 mi
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise 1.4 mi 7.0
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.6 mi 4.7
MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.6 mi 7.2
FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.1 mi 4.8
BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise 2.0 mi 6.4
BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - SECONDARY Boise 2.0 mi 2.7
EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise 1.8 mi 5.2
ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 7.0
WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.8 mi 5.0
MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise 2.2 mi 6.5
NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise 2.3 mi
FRANK CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,893

Median Home Value

$440,700

Median Rent

$1,743/mo

Population

58,631

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

82.7%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

36.8

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School Rating
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POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 6.8
TWIN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID 6.8
COEUR D'ALENE HIGH SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene, ID 7.1
EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL Eagle, ID 7.1
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Borah Senior High School

What grades does Borah Senior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Borah Senior High School?

Borah Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,295 students.

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

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

How does Borah Senior High School rank in ID?

Borah Senior High School ranks #274 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Borah Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Borah Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Borah Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Borah Senior High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Borah Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Borah Senior High School a Title I school?

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

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

29.0% of students at Borah 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,295
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.5%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

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

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