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#36 of 719 schools in ID

Top 5% in state

Longfellow Elementary School

Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

1511 NORTH 9TH STREET, Boise, ID 83702

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#36 of 719

In Boise

#6 of 73

public schools

In district

#4 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Longfellow Elementary School

Longfellow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Longfellow Elementary School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Longfellow Elementary School — Students at Longfellow Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.8% (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
92%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
72%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Longfellow Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in ID
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

1511 NORTH 9TH STREET, Boise, ID 83702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise 0.3 mi
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.3 mi 8.2
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise 0.4 mi 6.2
WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise 0.4 mi
BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 8.4
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 8.8
MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise 0.7 mi 7.7
TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise 0.7 mi
ONE STONE Boise 1.2 mi 7.7
MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 5.8
HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 9.1
ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise 1.2 mi 8.3
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 8.9
LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.3 mi 8.7
WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.4 mi 6.6
LEARNING TREE INC Boise 1.7 mi
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.1 mi 8.7
SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.4 mi 5.8
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 4.7
TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.1 mi 4.2

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
PALOUSE PRAIRIE CHARTER SCHOOL Moscow, ID 8.8
SORENSEN MAGNET SCHOOL OF THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES Coeur D'Alene, ID 8.8
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 8.8
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 8.9
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 8.7
LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elementary School

What grades does Longfellow Elementary School serve?

Longfellow Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?

Longfellow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary School rank in ID?

Longfellow Elementary School ranks #36 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Longfellow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Longfellow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longfellow Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

8.9% of students at Longfellow 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
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#4 of 48

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