Highlands Elementary School has a long history of exceptional academics, parental involvement, and providing a secure hub for children to learn and thrive.
This kindergarten through sixth-grade school opened in the mid-1950s to serve the growing community of Slaughterhouse Gulch and the Foothills neighborhood.
In 2019, the old building was torn down and reconstructed to provide more classrooms, a cafeteria, a full gymnasium, a library, a playground, and an expansive recreation field.
Here educators are committed to providing a safe space "where children come to know who they are and who they can become."
Student performance is far above the state average in reading, math, and science, with several programs focusing on STEM-based projects and ensuring children get individualized attention and classroom support.
Kids love the many after-school programs available on campus, including STEM-Lego classes, drawing and art programs, and the Boise Brave Biking Team, which has 6th graders race and compete for accolades and awards.
As a parent of a Highland Elementary schooler, you'll have ample opportunities to get involved throughout the school year, including the annual "Brown Bag Parent-Child Luncheon" and the "Fall Festival," where the campus is transformed into a school carnival for all to enjoy.
Highlands Elementary School is a top choice for student success within the Foothills community.
Highlands Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
3434 N Bogus Basin Rd,
Boise, ID
Boise School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Niche Grade
A
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
17
Full Time Teachers
17
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.1%
GreatSchools Rating
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
48.6%
State Average
20.3%
Science
34.6%
State Average
9.6%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
279:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.8%
Female
45.2%
White
89.1%
Two or more races
5.4%
Hispanic
4.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/21/2014
They are great and care
GreatSchools Reviews
4/7/2019
Spent one year here. Highlands is the best school in the best district in a state that consistently ranks in the bottom five states in the US for school funding. The fact it has high test scores and rankings is more because the statewide bar is so low than academic excellence or quality. Idaho does...
5/6/2014
Highlands is amazing!!! I have spent k-6th grade at this school and now I am going to Jr.High, and I excel at art, math, science, history, and I even read FOUR YEARS above my grade level...
8/13/2013
What a lovely school! There is so much care in this community of people. The teachers, staff, family and students truly join forces to create a wonderful learning environment for the children.
Agents Specializing in Attendance Zone
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Suzanne Hanrahan
Suzanne Hanrahan
Silvercreek Realty Group
(208) 314-9466
43 Total Sales
2 in Attendance Zone
$875K - $1.3M Price Range
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Jennifer Horsley-Stacey
Jennifer Horsley-Stacey
John L Scott Downtown
(208) 759-5185
359 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$775,000 Price
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Brandon Rogers
Brandon Rogers
Keller Williams Realty Boise
(208) 487-5930
67 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$1,750,000 Price
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Helen Law
Helen Law
Group One Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(208) 428-5181
62 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$1,058,000 Price
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Nikolas Buich
Nikolas Buich
Better Homes & Gardens 43North
(208) 314-2478
124 Total Sales
1 in Attendance Zone
$1,100,000 Price
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Katie McFerrin
Katie McFerrin
Responds QuicklyAmherst Madison
(208) 427-3617
219 Total Sales
3 in Attendance Zone
$740K - $1.7M Price Range
Map
Attendance Zone
About Foothills
List Price Range
$450K - $3.4M
Homes For Sale
70
Average Home Value
$1,105,907
Median Lot Size
13,068 Sq Ft
% Renters
22%
Household Income
$160,016
% of College Grads
72.3%
Median Age
47
Average House Size
2,703 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
30.7%
Homes for Sale
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$1,048,000
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,996 Sq Ft
- 519 W Braemere Rd
- New 9 days ago
Spacious Highlands home with unbeatable backyard and location! Set on over one-third of an acre, the backyard provides a park-like setting just beyond the back door. It’s the ideal space for little ones to play or pets to roam. Tall pine trees provide year-round shade, a paved patio is the perfect s...
Lysi Bishop Keller Williams Realty Boise
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$699,901
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,180 Sq Ft
- 1212 W El Pelar Dr
- New 27 days ago
Popular North End foothills corner lot home! Spacious open concept kitchen and living area with vaulted ceilings, breakfast bar, and hardwood flooring. Primary w/attached private bath, huge walk-in closet and deck access. Newer carpet, exterior paint, furnace, W/H, A/C, fencing, appliances, landscap...
Shauna Pendleton Redfin Corporation
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$1,635,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,744 Sq Ft
- 1225 E Harcourt Dr
- New 23 hours ago
Discover your dream home in the serene foothills! This exquisite 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence boasts a spacious 3-car garage and backs directly onto open space, offering breathtaking views and tranquility. Perfectly situated just minutes from a premier golf course, this home blends luxury with an...
Amanda Cutter Silvercreek Realty Group
Homes for Rent
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$1,355 - $1,935 per month
- Highland Springs
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 701+ Sq Ft
- 2800 N Bogus Basin Rd
- Boise, ID
Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- K to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Marianne Williams Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Camel's Back Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Sunset Park
- Dog Park
- Tennis
- Playground
Fort Boise Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Skateboard
- Tennis
Military Reserve
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Hillside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Trails
Stewart Gulch Park
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Boise Hills Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Trails
Hulls Gulch Reserve
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
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Downtown Boise
Walkable community with local eats, nightlife and multiple parks
East End
Historic homes surrounded by lots of recreation and downtown proximity
Sunset
Diverse homes near international eateries, a community park and the foothills
Veterans Park
Urban neighborhood next to the Boise Greenbelt and water recreation