Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frontier Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Frontier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview麻豆果冻传媒>
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings麻豆果冻传媒>
Frontier Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
Frontier Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Elementary School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
11%
1%
White
69%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions麻豆果冻传媒> What is Frontier Elementary School's ranking?
Frontier Elementary School is ranked #127 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Frontier Elementary School often compared to?
Frontier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ustick Elementary School, Cecil D Andrus Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Frontier Elementary School?
269 students attend Frontier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Frontier Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier Elementary School?
Frontier Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier Elementary School offer ?
Frontier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Frontier Elementary School part of?
Frontier Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Frontier Elementary School located?
Frontier Elementary School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>Review Frontier Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Review Frontier Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
麻豆果冻传媒 Articles
How Schools are Cutting More Costs in 2011
Budget cuts continue to cripple school districts across the country, forcing some schools to make major cuts creatively. Learn about the current situation and how some public schools are coping with the budget shortfalls.
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.