Average
#325 of 719 schools in ID
Top 45% in state
Whittier Elementary School
Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
301 NORTH 29TH STREET, Boise, ID 83702
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#325 of 719
In Boise
#46 of 73
public schools
In district
#29 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
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About Whittier Elementary School
Whittier Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Whittier Elementary School serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Whittier Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Whittier Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Whittier Elementary School — Students at Whittier Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.7%
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: 6.4/10.
How Whittier Elementary School Compares
See how Whittier Elementary School 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
301 NORTH 29TH STREET, Boise, ID 83702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whittier Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LOGAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.2 mi | — |
| ONE STONE Boise | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LEARNING TREE INC Boise | 1.6 mi | — |
| WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise | 1.2 mi | — |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| MONROE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ROSE HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,586
Median Home Value
$708,000
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
23,981
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rexburg, ID | 6.6 |
| MIDDLETON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Middleton, ID | 6.6 |
| WILLOW CREEK ELEMENTARY Nampa, ID | 6.6 |
| FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID | 6.5 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rigby, ID | 6.5 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whittier Elementary School
What grades does Whittier Elementary School serve?
Whittier Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Whittier Elementary School?
Whittier Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whittier Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Whittier Elementary School rank in ID?
Whittier Elementary School ranks #325 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Whittier Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whittier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Whittier Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Whittier Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Whittier Elementary School a charter school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Whittier Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Whittier Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whittier Elementary School?
98.7% of students at Whittier 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (208) 854-6630
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #29 of 48
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