Below Average
#567 of 719 schools in ID
Owyhee Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
3434 PASADENA DRIVE, Boise, ID 83705
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#567 of 719
In Boise
#64 of 73
public schools
In district
#42 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Owyhee Elementary School
Owyhee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Owyhee Elementary School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Owyhee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #567 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Owyhee Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Owyhee Elementary School 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.
34% of students at Owyhee 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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Owyhee Elementary School — Students at Owyhee Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.6%
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: 3.1/10.
How Owyhee Elementary School Compares
See how Owyhee Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3434 PASADENA DRIVE, Boise, ID 83705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owyhee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| ROSE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| LOGAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 2.2 mi | — |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| BORAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ONE STONE Boise | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACE JORDAN ELEMENTARY Boise | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise | 2.1 mi | — |
| WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,605
Median Home Value
$378,800
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
27,542
College Educated
37.6%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
17.2 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BICKEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 4.7 |
| CHALLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Challis, ID | 4.6 |
| DOWNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Downey, ID | 4.6 |
| LINCOLN PRESCHOOL CENTER Pocatello, ID | 4.6 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Coeur D Alene, ID | 4.6 |
| MACKAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mackay, ID | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owyhee Elementary School
What grades does Owyhee Elementary School serve?
Owyhee Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Owyhee Elementary School?
Owyhee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owyhee Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Owyhee Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owyhee Elementary School rank in ID?
Owyhee Elementary School ranks #567 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Owyhee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Owyhee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Owyhee Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owyhee Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Owyhee Elementary School a charter school?
No, Owyhee Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owyhee Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Owyhee Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owyhee Elementary School?
46.6% of students at Owyhee 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
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (208) 854-5850
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #42 of 48
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