Collister Elementary School

Collister Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
4426 Catalpa Dr,  Boise, ID
Collister Neighborhood
Boise School District
3.2
267 Students
A
Niche Grade
Collister Elementary School celebrates a 100-year legacy of providing top-quality education to students from pre-kindergarten through the sixth grade. Centrally located in Boise's Collister Neighborhood, the school was commemorated for Dr. George Collister, a pediatrician, founding father, and a leading philanthropist in this community. The school opened in 1911, and by the mid-'50s, the campus was renovated to include more classrooms, a cafeteria, a gymnasium, a library, and an expansive recreation field. Today Collister Elementary school educators strive to develop young learners into responsible, caring students that reach their full potential. The Collister Eagle inspires students to be kind and respectful and work toward academic achievement. Accordingly, the school consistently performs far above the state average in math, reading, and science. Kids love their interactions with the dedicated teaching staff, which includes several STEM-based projects, the annual school carnival, and other themed holiday activities. Similarly, parents appreciate the consistent communication teachers provide and the active parent-teacher organization that oversees fundraising efforts and school events, including the Fall Book Fair. Collister Elementary School's commitment to providing a positive and productive learning environment makes it a signature choice for your child's education.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
82%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
15
Full Time Teachers
15
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
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Test Scores

Math
44.8%
State Average
20.3%
Science
29.3%
State Average
9.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
222:1

Student Diversity

Male
56.7%
Female
43.3%
White
72%
Asian or Pacific Islander
14.2%
Hispanic
8%
Two or more races
4.2%
Native American
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 5 Reviews
4.0 parent
6/22/2023
I moved to Boise from the East Coast, (NYC) and I'm very pleased with the school, the teachers and the way I can interact with other parents about the well-being and education of my children. My children are getting a real education in a caring, safe and beautiful environment we never had in NYC. Th...
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1.0 parent
4/9/2023
The overall rating and reputation of this school far exceeds the quality of educational experience you’ll find here. The counselors are the best part about the school however due to the nature of their job they cannot report incidents to the principal. The principal denies all issues and gossips to...
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1.0 parent
1/13/2023
Our family did not have a positive experience at this school. Our concerns were not listened to at all and we were treated differently throughout our time there. The culture is a bullying culture.
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5.0 parent
9/6/2016
At Collister, you'd be lucky if your child got sent to the Principal's office thanks to Dr. Bell! He really connects with the kids and truly cares about the teachers and staff. Our son's attended since Kinder and from K-4th we can personally vouch for top-notch teachers at Collister who take the tim...
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Collister Elementary School

Collister 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 267 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 77% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 82% are proficient in reading. Collister Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $573,698. Discover additional schools in the area, like Robert Janss School, Boise Senior High School, Hillside Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Boise has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Collister Elementary School.

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