Very Good
#232 of 719 schools in ID
Top 32% in state
Ponderosa Elementary School
Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
2950 NORTH NAOMI, Meridian, ID 83642
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#232 of 719
In Meridian
#28 of 44
public schools
In district
#41 of 60
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Ponderosa Elementary School
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About Ponderosa Elementary School
Ponderosa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Ponderosa Elementary School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ponderosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Ponderosa Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 8.2
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ponderosa Elementary School — Students at Ponderosa Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.6%
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: 7.7/10.
How Ponderosa Elementary School Compares
See how Ponderosa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2950 NORTH NAOMI, Meridian, ID 83642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ponderosa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANT VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Meridian | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEMENTARY Meridian | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| THE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN @TEN MILE CHRISTIAN Meridian | 1.8 mi | — |
| COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| MERIDIAN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH Deary | 2.1 mi | — |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| OWYHEE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PEREGRINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| PROJECT IMPACT STEM ACADEMY Kuna | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-SECONDARY Meridian | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FERNAN STEM ACADEMY Coeur D'Alene, ID | 7.3 |
| HIDDEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hidden Springs, ID | 7.3 |
| SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 7.3 |
| MOSAICS PUBLIC SCHOOL Caldwell, ID | 7.2 |
| RENDEZVOUS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Driggs, ID | 7.2 |
| RIMROCK ELEMENTARY Ammon, ID | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ponderosa Elementary School
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School serve?
Ponderosa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponderosa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ponderosa Elementary School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ponderosa Elementary School rank in ID?
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks #232 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Ponderosa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ponderosa Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ponderosa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ponderosa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ponderosa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ponderosa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponderosa Elementary School?
34.6% of students at Ponderosa 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (208) 855-4040
Resources & Links
District
JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2- District Enrollment
- 38,991
- Schools in District
- 61
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,276
- District Rank
- #41 of 60
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