Below Average
#578 of 719 schools in ID
Village Leadership Academy
Elementary School · THE VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
3006 EAST GOLDSTONE DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#578 of 719
In Meridian
#41 of 44
public schools
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Village Leadership Academy
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About Village Leadership Academy
Village Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Meridian, ID, part of THE VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL INC. Village Leadership Academy serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Village Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Village Leadership Academy show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Village Leadership Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Village Leadership Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Village Leadership Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Village Leadership Academy — Students at Village Leadership Academy score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 5.9/10.
How Village Leadership Academy Compares
See how Village Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3006 EAST GOLDSTONE DRIVE, Meridian, ID 83642
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Village Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SIENA ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Boise), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSDALE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meridian, see our Meridian schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IDAHO VIRTUAL ACADEMY Meridian | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| INSIGHT SCHOOL OF IDAHO Meridian | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| IDAHO TECHNICAL CAREER ACADEMY Meridian | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| GEM PREP: ONLINE SCHOOL Meridian | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| GEM PREP: MERIDIAN Deary | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| SIENA ELEMENTARY Meridian | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| A CHILD'S CHOICE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Meridian | 0.7 mi | — |
| MERIDIAN ACADEMY Meridian | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| ELIZA HART SPALDING STEM ACADEMY Boise | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL Meridian | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| VIRTUAL SCHOOL HOUSE Meridian | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY Meridian | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| IDAHO FINE ARTS ACADEMY Meridian | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| CROSSROADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| HILLSDALE ELEMENTARY Meridian | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BOISE VALLEY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| MARY MCPHERSON ELEMENTARY Meridian | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| HOLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 4.6 |
| SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Coeur D Alene, ID | 4.6 |
| NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, ID | 4.8 |
| CANYON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazelton, ID | 4.9 |
| LINDY ROSS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dubois, ID | 4.9 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonners Ferry, ID | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Village Leadership Academy
What grades does Village Leadership Academy serve?
Village Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Village Leadership Academy?
Village Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Village Leadership Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Village Leadership Academy rank in ID?
Village Leadership Academy ranks #578 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Village Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Village Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Village Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Village Leadership Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Village Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Village Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Village Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Village Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.0%
- Phone
- (208) 336-2000
Resources & Links
District
THE VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL INC.- District Enrollment
- 70
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,844
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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