Pepper Ridge Elementary

Pepper Ridge Elementary

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
2252 S Sumpter Way,  Boise, ID
Southwest Boise Neighborhood
West Ada School District
3.9
543 Students
A-
Niche Grade
Pepper Ridge Elementary School was established in 2004 with a mission to provide top-quality educational opportunities for students in kindergarten through the fifth grade. As one of Southwest Boise's leading elementary academies, Pepper Ridge consistently sees students perform above the state average in math, reading, English and science. Pepper Ridge Elementary aligns with the West Ada School District's values of preparing students for tomorrow's challenges by providing a safe and supportive learning environment where dedicated teaching staff can inspire students to achieve academically and become lifelong learners. Sitting just south of Pepper Ridge Park, the campus offers various resources for students to enjoy including a music room, library, gymnasium, cafeteria and computer labs. The school also maintains two playgrounds and a recreation field. Students and parents enjoy the hands-on lessons the teachers provide here which include comprehensive studies of nature, American history and STEM-based math and science projects. The school also offers a G.A.T.E. curriculum for gifted and talented learners. Parents are welcome to participate in the active parent-teacher organization that provides volunteer opportunities and school fundraisers throughout the year. Pepper Ridge Elementary's close-knit neighborhood community may be the right choice for your child when looking for a supportive school environment that encourages students to maximize their potential.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
61%
Reading Proficiency
66%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
61%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.8%

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
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Test Scores

Math
35%
State Average
20.3%
Science
13.5%
State Average
9.6%
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
459:1

Student Diversity

Male
51%
Female
49%
White
74.5%
Hispanic
13.8%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/17/2024
We have 3 children who currently attend and 1 who has now moved onto middle school. Throughout the years the communication among teachers has stayed consistent, and is extremely helpful to feel on the same page and like a team. They have great activities throughout the year such as fall festival, fa...
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5.0 other
11/6/2016
We love this school. The teachers really care about student achievement, good communication between staff and parents, they do a lot of fun events for students.
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5.0 parent
9/26/2014
We are loving this school. The communication is great, staff is super friendly, and you can tell they care about the kids. I was a little intimidated about the "6" rating after going to a higher rated school in the area, but the kids actually seem more engaged and excited at pepper ridge, which mean...
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1.0 parent
11/23/2013
Overall experience my children that have attended this school was extremely poor. Actions speak louder than words, this school shows no respect or concern for their students or parents. Staff does not demonstrate actions to provide growth in the students that may struggle or have learning challenges...
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