Below Average
#633 of 719 schools in ID
Koelsch Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
2015 NORTH CURTIS ROAD, Boise, ID 83706
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#633 of 719
In Boise
#70 of 73
public schools
In district
#46 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Koelsch Elementary School
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About Koelsch Elementary School
Koelsch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Koelsch Elementary School serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Koelsch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Koelsch Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Koelsch Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Koelsch Elementary School — Students at Koelsch Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 2.4/10.
How Koelsch Elementary School Compares
See how Koelsch 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
2015 NORTH CURTIS ROAD, Boise, ID 83706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Koelsch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 0.9 mi | — |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 1.2 mi | — |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| LOGAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.5 mi | — |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| ROSE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,101
Median Home Value
$488,900
Median Rent
$1,378/mo
Population
36,183
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
48.4%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
29.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLACKFOOT CHARTER COMMUNITY Blackfoot, ID | 4.1 |
| BONNEVILLE ONLINE ELEMENTARY Idaho Falls, ID | 4.1 |
| DRIGGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Driggs, ID | 4.1 |
| LINDEN PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 4.1 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sugar City, ID | 4.0 |
| DEAN GOODSELL ELEMENTARY Shelley, ID | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Koelsch Elementary School
What grades does Koelsch Elementary School serve?
Koelsch Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Koelsch Elementary School?
Koelsch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Koelsch Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Koelsch Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Koelsch Elementary School rank in ID?
Koelsch Elementary School ranks #633 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Koelsch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Koelsch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Koelsch Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Koelsch Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Koelsch Elementary School a charter school?
No, Koelsch Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Koelsch Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Koelsch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Koelsch Elementary School?
99.1% of students at Koelsch 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
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (208) 854-5300
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #46 of 48
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