Boise Independent District serves 22,809 students across 52 schools in Ada County, Idaho's largest school district by enrollment. The district experienced a 2.0% enrollment decline from the prior year, representing a shift from previous growth patterns. With 1,455 teachers, the district maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1, slightly above state norms.
Academically, Boise performs above state averages in both measured areas. Math proficiency stands at 45.8% compared to the state average of 41.6%, while reading proficiency reaches 53.5% versus 51.5% statewide. The graduation rate of 82.3% marginally exceeds Idaho's state average of 81.8%. These metrics suggest relatively consistent academic performance across multiple indicators.
The district faces notable challenges regarding attendance patterns. Chronic absenteeism affects 21.0% of students, which reflects potential barriers to consistent classroom engagement. Additionally, 32.0% of students qualify as economically disadvantaged, indicating significant socioeconomic diversity within the student population and likely associated resource allocation demands.
The district's school configuration includes 33 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 8 high schools, supporting a comprehensive K-12 structure. The combination of above-average test scores alongside elevated absenteeism and economic disadvantage presents a mixed profile requiring differentiated support strategies across the district's varied student needs.
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Total Students
22,809
Schools
52
Graduation Rate
82.3%
Data Sources: NCES Common Core of Data, NCES F-33 Finance Survey, EDFacts
Federal Data Year: 2022-23
State Data Year: 2024-25
Note: Some data may be unavailable for certain districts or years. Proficiency rates reflect state-specific assessment standards.
Math Proficiency
45.8%
Staff counts are Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) from NCES 2024-25 data.
Idaho uses an indicator-based accountability system without summative ratings. Schools are identified for support based on ESSA indicators including proficiency, growth, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism.
Proficiency shows the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards on the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT).
Growth measures the percentage of students showing adequate yearly progress. A score of 50% means students are meeting expected growth; higher is better.
Source: Idaho State Department of Education, Idaho Report Card, 2024-25 School Year