Very Good
#263 of 719 schools in ID
Top 36% in state
Peace Valley Charter School
Elementary School · PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
1845 SOUTH FEDERAL WAY, Boise, ID 83705
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#263 of 719
In Boise
#38 of 73
public schools
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Peace Valley Charter School
Elementary School in Boise · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peace Valley Charter School
Peace Valley Charter School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL INC. Peace Valley Charter School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Peace Valley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #263 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Peace Valley Charter School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Peace Valley Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Peace Valley Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
42% of students at Peace Valley Charter 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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Peace Valley Charter School — Students at Peace Valley Charter School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Peace Valley Charter School Compares
See how Peace Valley Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1845 SOUTH FEDERAL WAY, Boise, ID 83705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peace Valley Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise | 1.1 mi | — |
| WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| OWYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ONE STONE Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise | 2.2 mi | — |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| HOWARD E THIRKILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Soda Springs, ID | 7.0 |
| POCATELLO COMMUNITY CHARTER Pocatello, ID | 7.0 |
| ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, ID | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peace Valley Charter School
What grades does Peace Valley Charter School serve?
Peace Valley Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Peace Valley Charter School?
Peace Valley Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peace Valley Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Peace Valley Charter 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 Peace Valley Charter School rank in ID?
Peace Valley Charter School ranks #263 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Peace Valley Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Peace Valley Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Peace Valley Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peace Valley Charter School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Peace Valley Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Peace Valley Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Peace Valley Charter School a Title I school?
No, Peace Valley Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.7%
- Phone
- (208) 205-8818
Resources & Links
District
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL INC.- District Enrollment
- 259
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,792
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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