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#310 of 719 schools in ID

Top 43% in state

Shadow Hills Elementary

Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

8301 WEST SLOAN STREET, Boise, ID 83714

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#310 of 719

In Boise

#43 of 73

public schools

In district

#26 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Shadow Hills Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shadow Hills Elementary

Shadow Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Shadow Hills Elementary serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shadow Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Shadow Hills Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Shadow Hills Elementary — Students at Shadow Hills Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (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
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
58%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Shadow Hills Elementary Compares

See how Shadow Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
57th percentile in ID
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

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

8301 WEST SLOAN STREET, Boise, ID 83714

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shadow Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McMillan Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVERGLEN JR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 6.2
TREASURE VALLEY MATH/SCIENCE Boise 0.5 mi
ROLLING HILLS PUBLIC CHARTER Boise 1.2 mi 7.0
PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 6.9
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa 2.3 mi 6.5
CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 7.5
CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.7 mi 6.6
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 2.8 mi
SEVEN OAKS ELEMENTARY Eagle 2.5 mi 7.7
McMillan Elementary Boise 2.8 mi 8.1
VALLEY VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 3.1 mi 7.4
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 3.2 mi 8.6
VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 3.1 mi 7.6
EAGLE ACADEMY Eagle 2.5 mi 4.3
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 3.4 mi 5.5
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 3.3 mi 7.8
JOPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.8 mi 7.5
COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.9 mi 9.3
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Boise 2.8 mi 5.1
HIDDEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hidden Springs 3.4 mi 7.3

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

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DECLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Declo, ID 6.7
CLAUDE A WILCOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 6.8
OAKWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Preston, ID 6.8
GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 6.6
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shadow Hills Elementary

What grades does Shadow Hills Elementary serve?

Shadow Hills Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Shadow Hills Elementary?

Shadow Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shadow Hills Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Shadow Hills Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shadow Hills Elementary rank in ID?

Shadow Hills Elementary ranks #310 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Shadow Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Shadow Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Shadow Hills Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shadow Hills Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shadow Hills Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Shadow Hills Elementary a Title I school?

No, Shadow Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shadow Hills Elementary?

28.2% of students at Shadow Hills Elementary 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
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#26 of 48

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