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#430 of 719 schools in ID

Owyhee Elementary School

Elementary School · NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT

2300 WEST IOWA, Nampa, ID 83686

Enrollment

402

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#430 of 719

In Nampa

#13 of 35

public schools

In district

#5 of 24

NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.9/10

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

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About Owyhee Elementary School

Owyhee Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nampa, ID, part of NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT. Owyhee Elementary School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Owyhee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Owyhee Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,136
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Owyhee Elementary School — Students at Owyhee Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.2% (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
84%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Owyhee Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in ID
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

2300 WEST IOWA, Nampa, ID 83686

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Owyhee Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nampa, see our Nampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GARDEN OF LEARNING Nampa 0.3 mi
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa 0.8 mi 5.9
LONE STAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa 1.3 mi 5.4
BOISE GIRLS ACADEMY-TEEN CHALLENGE PACIFIC NORTHWE Nampa 1.1 mi 5.7
IOWA ELEMENTARY Nampa 1.2 mi 5.6
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa 1.6 mi 3.8
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa 1.4 mi 4.7
WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY Nampa 2.2 mi 6.6
GEM PREP: NAMPA Deary 1.7 mi
NAMPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nampa 1.8 mi 4.3
SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa 1.8 mi 5.0
ELEVATE ACADEMY NAMPA Caldwell 2.5 mi
ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Nampa 1.9 mi 6.7
LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY Nampa 2.3 mi 6.2
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nampa 2.8 mi 7.0
NAMPA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Nampa 2.6 mi 5.5
NAMPA MONTESSORI Nampa 2.7 mi
PATHWAYS IN EDUCATION: NAMPA Nampa 2.4 mi 3.7
ST PAULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nampa 2.5 mi 7.9
TEACHING WORLD Nampa 2.8 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83686 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,666

Median Home Value

$381,800

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Population

59,532

College Educated

27.5%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

35.3

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School Rating
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 5.9
EDGEMONT GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 5.9
ST IGNATIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Meridian, ID 5.9
UCON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 5.9
MARSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marsing, ID 6.0
MULLAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls, ID 5.8

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 5th.

How many students attend Owyhee Elementary School?

Owyhee Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Owyhee Elementary School is 16.8:1. 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 #430 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Owyhee Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Owyhee Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 61% 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?

36.1% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Canyon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
13,113
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,136
District Rank
#5 of 24

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