Excellent
#4 of 719 schools in ID
Top 1% in state
Collister Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
4426 CATALPA DRIVE, Boise, ID 83703
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#4 of 719
In Boise
#1 of 73
public schools
In district
#1 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Collister Elementary School
Collister Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Collister Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Collister Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Collister Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Collister Elementary School — Students at Collister Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Collister Elementary School Compares
See how Collister Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4426 CATALPA DRIVE, Boise, ID 83703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collister Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MARYS SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Garden City), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Boise | 0.4 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LEARNING TREE INC Boise | 1.3 mi | — |
| PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| RIVERGLEN JR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| TREASURE VALLEY MATH/SCIENCE Boise | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,415
Median Home Value
$477,000
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
17,566
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TROY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy, ID | 9.4 |
| PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cottonwood, ID | 9.2 |
| A B MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moscow, ID | 9.1 |
| FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 9.1 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 9.1 |
| DONNELLY ELEMENTARY Donnelly, ID | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collister Elementary School
What grades does Collister Elementary School serve?
Collister Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Collister Elementary School?
Collister Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collister Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Collister Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collister Elementary School rank in ID?
Collister Elementary School ranks #4 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Collister Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Collister Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Collister Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collister Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Collister Elementary School a charter school?
No, Collister Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collister Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Collister Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collister Elementary School?
5.4% of students at Collister Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.7%
- Phone
- (208) 854-4650
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #1 of 48
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