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#260 of 719 schools in ID

Top 36% in state

Rolling Hills Public Charter

Elementary School · ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC.

8900 HORSESHOE BEND ROAD, Boise, ID 83714

Charter

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#260 of 719

In Boise

#37 of 73

public schools

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Rolling Hills Public Charter

7.0/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About Rolling Hills Public Charter

Rolling Hills Public Charter is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC. Rolling Hills Public Charter serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rolling Hills Public Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Rolling Hills Public Charter show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above ID schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Rolling Hills Public Charter 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,786

Rolling Hills Public Charter — Students at Rolling Hills Public Charter score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Rolling Hills Public Charter Compares

See how Rolling Hills Public Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in ID
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

8900 HORSESHOE BEND ROAD, Boise, ID 83714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rolling Hills Public Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Eagle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SHADOW HILLS ELEMENTARY Boise 1.2 mi 6.7
SEVEN OAKS ELEMENTARY Eagle 1.5 mi 7.7
EAGLE ACADEMY Eagle 1.3 mi 4.3
RIVERGLEN JR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.7 mi 6.2
TREASURE VALLEY MATH/SCIENCE Boise 1.7 mi
EAGLE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eagle 1.9 mi 8.6
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 5.1
INNOVATE ACADEMY AND PREPARTORY SCHOOL Eagle 2.0 mi 5.5
JOPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.6 mi 7.5
iSUCCEED VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.5 mi 4.3
iSucceed Academy Boise 2.5 mi 3.5
McMillan Elementary Boise 2.9 mi 8.1
CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY Boise 2.6 mi 8.9
EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eagle 2.2 mi 8.4
CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 3.0 mi 6.4
PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.7 mi 6.9
EAGLE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL & PRESCHOOL Eagle 2.5 mi
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa 3.2 mi 6.5
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 3.5 mi 8.6
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,114

Median Home Value

$468,100

Median Rent

$1,384/mo

Population

26,989

College Educated

44.5%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

42.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.0
POCATELLO COMMUNITY CHARTER Pocatello, ID 7.0
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.0
ABERDEEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, ID 7.1
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise, ID 6.9
PARIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Paris, ID 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rolling Hills Public Charter

What grades does Rolling Hills Public Charter serve?

Rolling Hills Public Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Rolling Hills Public Charter?

Rolling Hills Public Charter has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rolling Hills Public Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Rolling Hills Public Charter is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rolling Hills Public Charter rank in ID?

Rolling Hills Public Charter ranks #260 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Rolling Hills Public Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Rolling Hills Public Charter 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 Rolling Hills Public Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rolling Hills Public Charter has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rolling Hills Public Charter a charter school?

Yes, Rolling Hills Public Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Rolling Hills Public Charter a Title I school?

No, Rolling Hills Public Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rolling Hills Public Charter?

20.8% of students at Rolling Hills Public Charter 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
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County

District

ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
District Enrollment
231
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,786
District Rank
#1 of 1

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