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#279 of 719 schools in ID

Top 39% in state

Ustick Elementary School

Elementary School · JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

12435 WEST USTICK ROAD, Boise, ID 83713

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#279 of 719

In Boise

#41 of 73

public schools

In district

#44 of 60

JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Ustick Elementary School

6.9/10

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

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About Ustick Elementary School

Ustick Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2. Ustick Elementary School serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ustick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #279 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Ustick Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 8.2
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.46 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,276
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Ustick Elementary School — Students at Ustick Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (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
70%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Ustick Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in ID
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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

12435 WEST USTICK ROAD, Boise, ID 83713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ustick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
FRONTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 9.1
PIONEER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Boise 1.0 mi 8.8
PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 0.8 mi 6.9
CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.2 mi 6.4
BOISE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Boise 1.3 mi 6.2
RIVER VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 1.0 mi 7.8
LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise 1.3 mi 7.8
LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 1.5 mi 6.8
JOPLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.5 mi 7.5
McMillan Elementary Boise 1.4 mi 8.1
iSUCCEED VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.9 mi 4.3
iSucceed Academy Boise 1.9 mi 3.5
CECIL D ANDRUS ELEMENTARY Boise 1.9 mi 8.9
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 5.1
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 1.6 mi 8.6
DISCOVERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian 1.6 mi 8.7
ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise 2.3 mi 8.6
PATHWAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian 1.7 mi 6.5
MERIDIAN MEDICAL ARTS CHARTER Meridian 1.8 mi 9.3
MERIDIAN TECHNICAL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Meridian 1.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,419

Median Home Value

$421,600

Median Rent

$1,716/mo

Population

29,992

College Educated

42.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

40

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GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.0
HOWARD E THIRKILL PRIMARY SCHOOL Soda Springs, ID 7.0
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ustick Elementary School

What grades does Ustick Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ustick Elementary School?

Ustick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ustick Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ustick Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ustick Elementary School rank in ID?

Ustick Elementary School ranks #279 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Ustick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ustick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Ustick Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ustick Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ustick Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ustick Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ustick Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

65.0% of students at Ustick Elementary School 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
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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