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Very Good

#156 of 719 schools in ID

Top 22% in state

White Pine Elementary School

Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

401 EAST LINDEN STREET, Boise, ID 83706

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#156 of 719

In Boise

#28 of 73

public schools

In district

#16 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About White Pine Elementary School

White Pine Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. White Pine Elementary School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. White Pine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for White Pine Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

White Pine Elementary School — Students at White Pine Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.5% (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
87%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
64%
ELA
59%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How White Pine Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
78th percentile in ID
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

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

401 EAST LINDEN STREET, Boise, ID 83706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Pine Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.2 mi 8.0
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise 0.2 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise 0.8 mi 5.2
SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise 1.1 mi 7.9
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 3.8
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.1 mi 8.5
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 8.6
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.7 mi 8.7
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise 1.4 mi 7.0
KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise 1.5 mi 7.0
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 8.9
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.7 mi 7.9
MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise 3.0 mi 7.7
TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise 3.0 mi
OWYHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 4.7
SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 2.5 mi 5.8
WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.4 mi 5.0
ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise 3.2 mi 6.2
ONE STONE Boise 3.0 mi 7.7
TRAIL WIND ELEMENTARY Boise 2.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,101

Median Home Value

$488,900

Median Rent

$1,378/mo

Population

36,183

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

48.4%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

29.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HAROLD B LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dayton, ID 7.7
MERIDIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Meridian, ID 7.7
RULON M ELLIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck, ID 7.7
SEVEN OAKS ELEMENTARY Eagle, ID 7.7
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 7.8
GRANGEVILLE ELEM/MIDDLE SCHOOL Grangeville, ID 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Pine Elementary School

What grades does White Pine Elementary School serve?

White Pine Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend White Pine Elementary School?

White Pine Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Pine Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at White Pine Elementary School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does White Pine Elementary School rank in ID?

White Pine Elementary School ranks #156 of 719 schools in ID.

What is White Pine Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

White Pine Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 White Pine Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Pine Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is White Pine Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is White Pine Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

25.8% of students at White Pine 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
85 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#16 of 48

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