Average
#502 of 719 schools in ID
Empower Connections Academy
High School · INSPIRE ACADEMICS INC.
600 NORTH STEELHEAD WAY SUITE 164, Boise, ID 83702
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
151
Student-Teacher
30.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#502 of 719
In Boise
#58 of 73
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
INSPIRE ACADEMICS INC.
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Empower Connections Academy
Empower Connections Academy is a public high school in Boise, ID, part of INSPIRE ACADEMICS INC. Empower Connections Academy serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 30.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Empower Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Empower Connections Academy show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 151 students, Empower Connections 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.
Test scores at Empower Connections Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Empower Connections Academy runs 30.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Empower Connections Academy — Students at Empower Connections Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Empower Connections Academy Compares
See how Empower Connections Academy 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
600 NORTH STEELHEAD WAY SUITE 164, Boise, ID 83702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Empower Connections Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAPITAL SENIOR 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 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise | 0.6 mi | — |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 1.3 mi | — |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| OVERLAND MONTESSORI Boise | 1.7 mi | — |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 1.5 mi | — |
| CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise | 2.1 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,586
Median Home Value
$708,000
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
23,981
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| UNION HIGH SCHOOL Nampa, ID | 5.2 |
| NEW VISION HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls, ID | 5.3 |
| TAMMANY HIGH SCHOOL Lewiston, ID | 5.3 |
| CHALLIS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Challis, ID | 5.1 |
| IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Boise, ID | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Rexburg, ID | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Empower Connections Academy
What grades does Empower Connections Academy serve?
Empower Connections Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Empower Connections Academy?
Empower Connections Academy has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Empower Connections Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Empower Connections Academy is 30.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Empower Connections Academy rank in ID?
Empower Connections Academy ranks #502 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Empower Connections Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Empower Connections Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Empower Connections Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Empower Connections Academy has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Empower Connections Academy a charter school?
Yes, Empower Connections Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Empower Connections Academy a Title I school?
No, Empower Connections Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 151
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.6%
- Phone
- (208) 332-6800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
INSPIRE ACADEMICS INC.- District Enrollment
- 1,301
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,322
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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