Very Good
#169 of 719 schools in ID
Top 23% in state
Trail Wind Elementary
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
3701 EAST LAKE FOREST DRIVE, Boise, ID 83716
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#169 of 719
In Boise
#31 of 73
public schools
In district
#18 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Trail Wind Elementary
Trail Wind Elementary is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Trail Wind Elementary serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Trail Wind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #169 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Trail Wind Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Trail Wind Elementary runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Trail Wind Elementary — Students at Trail Wind Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.6%
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: 7.5/10.
How Trail Wind Elementary Compares
See how Trail Wind Elementary 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
3701 EAST LAKE FOREST DRIVE, Boise, ID 83716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trail Wind Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| RIVERSTONE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| EAST JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise | 3.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.0 mi | 8.7 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 3.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.7 mi | 8.9 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise | 4.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.3 mi | 7.9 |
| MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise | 5.6 mi | — |
| OWYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,827
Median Home Value
$573,300
Median Rent
$1,949/mo
Population
21,091
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
41.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CONNOR ACADEMY Chubbuck, ID | 7.6 |
| JOHN V EVANS ELEMENTARY Burley, ID | 7.6 |
| RAMSEY MAGNET SCHOOL OF SCIENCE Coeur D'Alene, ID | 7.6 |
| RIRIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ririe, ID | 7.6 |
| SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn, ID | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trail Wind Elementary
What grades does Trail Wind Elementary serve?
Trail Wind Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Trail Wind Elementary?
Trail Wind Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trail Wind Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Trail Wind Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trail Wind Elementary rank in ID?
Trail Wind Elementary ranks #169 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Trail Wind Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Trail Wind Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Trail Wind Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trail Wind Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Trail Wind Elementary a charter school?
No, Trail Wind Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trail Wind Elementary a Title I school?
No, Trail Wind Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trail Wind Elementary?
9.6% of students at Trail Wind 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 490
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (208) 854-6320
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #18 of 48
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