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Very Good

#199 of 719 schools in ID

Top 28% in state

Peregrine Elementary School

Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

1860 WALTMAN STREET, Meridian, ID 83642

Enrollment

454

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#199 of 719

In Meridian

#25 of 44

public schools

In district

#38 of 60

JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Peregrine Elementary School

7.5/10

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

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About Peregrine Elementary School

Peregrine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Peregrine Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Peregrine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Peregrine Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,276
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Peregrine Elementary School — Students at Peregrine Elementary School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (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
90%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
43%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
55%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Peregrine Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in ID
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

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

1860 WALTMAN STREET, Meridian, ID 83642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peregrine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PROJECT IMPACT STEM ACADEMY Kuna 0.7 mi 6.2
MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 1.1 mi 6.2
VICTORY MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 1.2 mi 7.5
THE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN @TEN MILE CHRISTIAN Meridian 1.1 mi
DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian 1.5 mi 7.4
MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 1.5 mi 6.8
CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Meridian 1.5 mi 8.0
BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian 1.8 mi 8.7
MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 1.6 mi 7.7
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-SECONDARY Meridian 1.8 mi 5.1
COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Meridian 1.8 mi 8.5
IDAHO FINE ARTS ACADEMY Meridian 1.8 mi 7.2
VIRTUAL SCHOOL HOUSE Meridian 2.0 mi 6.3
RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 2.0 mi 8.8
SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 2.8 mi 7.7
REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY Meridian 2.1 mi 3.5
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 2.6 mi 7.3
CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Meridian 2.7 mi 9.0
CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 2.5 mi 4.8
HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 3.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83642 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,361

Median Home Value

$492,300

Median Rent

$1,629/mo

Population

58,049

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peregrine Elementary School

What grades does Peregrine Elementary School serve?

Peregrine Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Peregrine Elementary School?

Peregrine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Peregrine Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peregrine Elementary School rank in ID?

Peregrine Elementary School ranks #199 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Peregrine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peregrine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Peregrine Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peregrine Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peregrine Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Peregrine Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

44.3% of students at Peregrine 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

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