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Very Good

#198 of 719 schools in ID

Top 27% in state

Joplin Elementary School

Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

12081 WEST DEMEYER STREET, Boise, ID 83713

Enrollment

245

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#198 of 719

In Boise

#33 of 73

public schools

In district

#37 of 60

JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Joplin Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Joplin Elementary School

Joplin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Joplin Elementary School serves approximately 245 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Joplin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Joplin Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,276
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Joplin Elementary School — Students at Joplin Elementary School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (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
85%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Joplin Elementary School Compares

See how Joplin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in ID
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12081 WEST DEMEYER STREET, Boise, ID 83713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joplin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 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
CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.4 mi 6.4
iSUCCEED VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.6 mi 4.3
iSucceed Academy Boise 0.6 mi 3.5
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Boise 0.7 mi 5.1
CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY Boise 0.7 mi 8.9
McMillan Elementary Boise 0.8 mi 8.1
FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 9.1
PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise 0.9 mi 8.8
LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 7.8
USTICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 6.9
PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi 6.9
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi 8.6
RIVER VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 2.3 mi 7.8
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 2.1 mi 8.7
ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER Boise 2.6 mi 7.0
EAGLE ACADEMY Eagle 2.8 mi 4.3
BOISE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Boise 2.8 mi 6.2
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 2.2 mi
PATHWAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 2.2 mi 6.5
MERIDIAN MEDICAL ARTS CHARTER Meridian 2.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,419

Median Home Value

$421,600

Median Rent

$1,716/mo

Population

29,992

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

40

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KERSHAW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Sugar City, ID 7.5
ASHTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashton, ID 7.6
DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian, ID 7.4
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID 7.4
SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn, ID 7.6
THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joplin Elementary School

What grades does Joplin Elementary School serve?

Joplin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Joplin Elementary School?

Joplin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 245 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joplin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Joplin Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joplin Elementary School rank in ID?

Joplin Elementary School ranks #198 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Joplin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Joplin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Joplin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joplin Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Joplin Elementary School a charter school?

No, Joplin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joplin Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Joplin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joplin Elementary School?

35.1% of students at Joplin 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
245
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

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