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Excellent

#53 of 719 schools in ID

Top 7% in state

Siena Elementary

Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

2870 EAST ROME DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642

Enrollment

605

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#53 of 719

In Meridian

#11 of 44

public schools

In district

#13 of 60

JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Siena Elementary

8.7/10

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

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About Siena Elementary

Siena Elementary is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Siena Elementary serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Siena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Siena Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,276
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Siena Elementary — Students at Siena Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.4% (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
88%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
75%
ELA
73%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Siena Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
93th percentile in ID
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

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

2870 EAST ROME DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Siena Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Boise), with a very similar rating. Another option is HILLSDALE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARY MCPHERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
VILLAGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Meridian 0.9 mi 4.6
IDAHO VIRTUAL ACADEMY Meridian 1.0 mi 4.6
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF IDAHO Meridian 1.0 mi 5.7
IDAHO TECHNICAL CAREER ACADEMY Meridian 1.0 mi 7.5
MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 1.0 mi 6.4
GEM PREP: ONLINE SCHOOL Meridian 1.2 mi 9.0
GEM PREP: MERIDIAN Deary 1.2 mi 6.4
A CHILD'S CHOICE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Meridian 1.2 mi
HILLSDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian 1.3 mi 8.1
MARY MCPHERSON ELEMENTARY Meridian 1.4 mi 8.1
RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 1.8 mi 8.8
GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH Deary 2.0 mi 5.0
VIRTUAL SCHOOL HOUSE Meridian 1.8 mi 6.3
PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Boise 1.6 mi 7.9
IDAHO FINE ARTS ACADEMY Meridian 1.9 mi 7.2
REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY Meridian 2.1 mi 3.5
MERIDIAN ACADEMY Meridian 2.3 mi 4.0
ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise 2.1 mi 8.6
LAKE HAZEL MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 6.9
CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 2.6 mi 4.8

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
BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian, ID 8.7
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, ID 8.7
ERNEST HEMINGWAY STEAM SCHOOL Ketchum, ID 8.7
HAYDEN MEADOWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayden Lake, ID 8.7
EAGLE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eagle, ID 8.6
ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise, ID 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Siena Elementary

What grades does Siena Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Siena Elementary?

Siena Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Siena Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Siena Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Siena Elementary rank in ID?

Siena Elementary ranks #53 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Siena Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Siena Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Siena Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Siena Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Siena Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Siena Elementary a Title I school?

No, Siena Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

14.9% of students at Siena 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

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