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#341 of 719 schools in ID
Top 47% in state
Morley Nelson Elementary
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
7701 WEST NORTHVIEW STREET, Boise, ID 83704
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#341 of 719
In Boise
#47 of 73
public schools
In district
#30 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
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About Morley Nelson Elementary
Morley Nelson Elementary is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Morley Nelson Elementary serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morley Nelson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #341 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Morley Nelson Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Morley Nelson Elementary 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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Morley Nelson Elementary — Students at Morley Nelson Elementary score 34% 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: 6.9/10.
How Morley Nelson Elementary Compares
See how Morley Nelson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7701 WEST NORTHVIEW STREET, Boise, ID 83704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morley Nelson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise | 0.1 mi | — |
| FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise | 1.3 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 1.4 mi | — |
| CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise | 1.5 mi | — |
| HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,806
Median Home Value
$354,400
Median Rent
$1,363/mo
Population
41,406
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID | 6.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby, ID | 6.5 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 6.5 |
| MALAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Malad City, ID | 6.5 |
| PINECREST ACADEMY OF IDAHO Twin Falls, ID | 6.5 |
| TYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morley Nelson Elementary
What grades does Morley Nelson Elementary serve?
Morley Nelson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Morley Nelson Elementary?
Morley Nelson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morley Nelson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Morley Nelson Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morley Nelson Elementary rank in ID?
Morley Nelson Elementary ranks #341 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Morley Nelson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Morley Nelson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Morley Nelson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morley Nelson Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Morley Nelson Elementary a charter school?
No, Morley Nelson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morley Nelson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Morley Nelson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morley Nelson Elementary?
99.1% of students at Morley Nelson Elementary 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
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.4%
- Phone
- (208) 854-4610
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #30 of 48
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