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#56 of 82 private schools in ID
St Ignatius Catholic School
Elementary School
6180 N MERIDIAN RD, Meridian, ID 83646
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#56 of 82
In Meridian
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Ignatius Catholic School
Elementary School in Meridian · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Ignatius Catholic School
St Ignatius Catholic School is a private elementary school in Meridian, ID. St Ignatius Catholic School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ignatius Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
St Ignatius Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Ignatius Catholic School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Meridian, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ignatius Catholic School (this school) | 5.9 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| PATHWAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS | 9.0 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY | 8.7 |
| RIVER VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| PLEASANT VIEW ELEMENTARY | 8.8 |
| MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO | 7.4 |
| CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.8 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.0 |
| REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY | 3.5 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in Meridian
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in ID
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6180 N MERIDIAN RD, Meridian, ID 83646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ignatius Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| PARAMOUNT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| CENTRAL ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MERIDIAN TECHNICAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| MERIDIAN MEDICAL ARTS CHARTER Meridian | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| PATHWAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 8.7 |
| HUNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| CHIEF JOSEPH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Meridian | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL Eagle | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BARBARA MORGAN STEM ACADEMY Meridian | 2.8 mi | 8.7 |
| GALILEO STEM ACADEMY Eagle | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL Eagle | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-SECONDARY Meridian | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,040
Median Home Value
$488,000
Median Rent
$1,814/mo
Population
74,522
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ignatius Catholic School
What grades does St Ignatius Catholic School serve?
St Ignatius Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ignatius Catholic School?
St Ignatius Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius Catholic School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ignatius Catholic School rank in ID?
St Ignatius Catholic School ranks #56 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is St Ignatius Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ignatius Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Ignatius Catholic School a private school?
Yes, St Ignatius Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Ignatius Catholic School a religious school?
St Ignatius Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Phone
- (208) 888-4759
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