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#24 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 28% of private schools
Boulder Creek Academy
High School
147 EMERSON LN, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#24 of 82
In Bonners Ferry
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Boulder Creek Academy
Boulder Creek Academy is a private high school in Bonners Ferry, ID. Boulder Creek Academy serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Boulder Creek Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Boulder Creek Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.1:1 students to teachers, Boulder Creek Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Boulder Creek Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Boulder Creek Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Bonners Ferry, ID
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bonners Ferry
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boulder Creek Academy (this school) | 6.9 |
| BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| BOUNDARY COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| MOUNT HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ID
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
147 EMERSON LN, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boulder Creek Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Troy High School (rated 6.5/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a comparable rating. Another option is BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 30.2 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bonners Ferry, see our Bonners Ferry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LEARNING CENTER Bonners Ferry | 4.1 mi | — |
| BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BOUNDARY COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 7.9 mi | — |
| NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples | 9.6 mi | 4.8 |
| McCormick School Troy | 10.1 mi | — |
| MOUNT HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bonners Ferry | 16.7 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 22.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Troy 7-8 Troy | 21.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Troy High School Troy | 21.0 mi | 6.5 |
| W F Morrison School Troy | 21.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope | 31.0 mi | 8.7 |
| KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai | 27.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay | 27.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint | 28.7 mi | — |
| LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint | 30.2 mi | 4.5 |
| FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 30.5 mi | 6.5 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint | 31.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,281
Median Home Value
$345,200
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
8,909
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMERICAN FALLS ACADEMY American Falls, ID | 6.8 |
| VALLEY VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Sugar City, ID | 6.3 |
| ALZAR SCHOOL Cascade, ID | 8.0 |
| BOISE GIRLS ACADEMY-TEEN CHALLENGE PACIFIC NORTHWE Nampa, ID | 5.7 |
| BASIN ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Driggs, ID | — |
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boulder Creek Academy
What grades does Boulder Creek Academy serve?
Boulder Creek Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Boulder Creek Academy?
Boulder Creek Academy has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boulder Creek Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Boulder Creek Academy is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Boulder Creek Academy rank in ID?
Boulder Creek Academy ranks #24 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Boulder Creek Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Boulder Creek Academy 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.
Is Boulder Creek Academy a private school?
Yes, Boulder Creek Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Boulder Creek Academy a religious school?
No, Boulder Creek Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 71% M / 29% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 233 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Boundary County
- Phone
- (208) 267-6863
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