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#64 of 82 private schools in ID

Cole Valley Christian School

High School

8775 W USTICK RD, Boise, ID 83704

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on ID statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

548

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Boise

#13 of 15

public schools

Idaho high schools

#7 of 8

About Cole Valley Christian School

Cole Valley Christian School serves 548 students in grades 7-12 in Boise, Idaho, offering a focused secondary education experience. With 38 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, providing opportunities for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school earns a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10, reflecting solid performance among Idaho's high schools, though it ranks 58th out of 82 schools statewide.

This positioning suggests a school with room for academic growth while serving its student community effectively. Located on West Ustick Road, Cole Valley Christian School sits in the 83704 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $68,285 and median home values reach $320,900. The surrounding neighborhood demonstrates economic stability with a relatively low poverty rate of 10.2 percent.

About one-third of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a community that values education. The school operates within Boise's mid-size city environment, offering students access to both suburban amenities and the cultural and educational opportunities that come with living in Idaho's capital city. This setting provides a balanced environment for students transitioning through their important middle and high school years.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Cole Valley Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$23,019
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$28,262
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.23x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
75%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$16.5M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 548 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Cole Valley Christian School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Boise, ID

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
548
This School
vs
637
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.4% vs 0%
Cole Valley Christian School Boise Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Cole Valley Christian School (this school) 5.5
CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 8.5
FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 5.1
EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY 4.5
CARDINAL ACADEMY
INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL 4.2
ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER
CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL 6.3
BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 7.1
iSUCCEED VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL 4.8
iSucceed Academy 4.0
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL 6.4
LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.8
RIVERGLEN JR HIGH SCHOOL 6.3
TREASURE VALLEY MATH/SCIENCE
HILLSIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 6.1
ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER 6.4
BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - SECONDARY 4.6
WEST JUNIOR HIGH 5.8
FRANK CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL 6.4
SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 7.0

Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Boise

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 14.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 7%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 548
View data sources

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)

White 96.4%
Two or More 3.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8775 W USTICK RD, Boise, ID 83704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cole Valley Christian School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Nampa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 0.6 mi
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 7.5
CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.9 mi 8.5
MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise 0.8 mi 5.8
NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise 0.8 mi
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 0.9 mi 6.8
FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 5.1
ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 7.0
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa 1.2 mi 7.3
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 7.8
EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi 4.5
CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.6 mi 5.1
INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise 1.9 mi 4.2
PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.5 mi 6.9
McMillan Elementary Boise 1.6 mi 6.9
VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi 7.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 6.9
BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 6.6
KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 5.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cole Valley Christian School has a median household income of $70,806. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,400, with a median rent of $1,363/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
KOOTENAI BRIDGE ACADEMY Coeur D'Alene, ID 5.3
PARMA HIGH SCHOOL Parma, ID 5.8
TIMBERLAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Spirit Lake, ID 5.8
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-SECONDARY Meridian, ID 5.1
COMPASS ACADEMY Idaho Falls, ID 5.9
COEUR D'ALENE CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene, ID 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cole Valley Christian School

What grades does Cole Valley Christian School serve?

Cole Valley Christian School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Cole Valley Christian School?

Cole Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cole Valley Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cole Valley Christian School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cole Valley Christian School rank in ID?

Cole Valley Christian School is ranked #64 out of 82 private schools in ID.

What is Cole Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cole Valley Christian School has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cole Valley Christian School a private school?

Yes, Cole Valley Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cole Valley Christian School a religious school?

Cole Valley Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,416/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boise). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
548
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
ADA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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