Amity Elementary School

Amity Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
10000 W Amity Rd,  Boise, ID
Southwest Boise Neighborhood
Boise School District
3.4
418 Students
B+
Niche Grade
Amity Elementary School has a legacy of quality education and innovative teaching in the Southwest Boise community. The school opened its doors in 1979 and quickly gained national notoriety as one of the first buildings in the country to incorporate solar energy and earth cover in its building design. Amity Elementary School currently offers state-of-the-art classrooms, a library, a cafeteria and an expansive recreation field and outdoor play areas. The Amity Elementary Groundhogs work toward being their best selves by creating a safe and supportive community that incorporates academic achievement and mutual respect. Pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade students at Amity consistently perform above average in math, reading and science. Educators are committed to keeping class sizes low to ensure each child gets the academic attention they need to succeed. The school's signature "Just for Kids" pre-kindergarten program offers safe, affordable and nurturing childcare on campus that focuses on science, reading, math and art to help prepare young learners for classroom success. Students love the academic field trips, annual Halloween parade and Community Food Box Fundraiser event. Parents enjoy the open communication with teachers and volunteer opportunities available through the parent-teacher organization. Amity Elementary School's reputation for exceptional teaching staff and dedication to strengthening the community makes it a popular choice for parents and kids in the area.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
57%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
17.9%

GreatSchools Rating

6
Test Scores
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Test Scores

Math
22.2%
State Average
20.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
335:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
White
78.6%
Hispanic
11.4%
Two or more races
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Black
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.2%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 7 Reviews
3.0 parent
3/21/2023
There are certainly some teachers at Amity that might reconsider their careers in the Covid/Post Covid educational setting. We're never going back, and you're punishing children for things they can not impact. There are also amazing teachers entering the profession that should be cherished. Several...
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2.0 parent
12/2/2022
It's unfortunate to see this school go downhill. Ten years ago I would've highly recommended Amity, however, some of the best teachers have since left, there are a few still there but there have been so many changes. The last year my daughters attended there was zero done about bullying and no prote...
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5.0 parent
2/14/2022
Love the students and staff at this school! Stacy Garey at the front office is so helpful and friendly!
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1.0 other
11/14/2019
My overall experience at this school was not exactly a walk in the park. The teachers weren't great at their job and neither was the principal.
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Amity Elementary School

Amity Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Boise, ID and is served by the Boise School District in Idaho. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 418 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Amity Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $524,446. Discover additional schools in the area, like BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - SECONDARY, Frank Church High School, Gem Prep: Meridian South, and more. Learn more about what Boise has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Amity Elementary School.

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