"Taft Tigers Stick Together" is the motto of Taft Elementary School, located off 36th and State streets in Boise, Idaho. The motto is the foundation of the school's vision for creating tomorrow's leaders today. Constructed in 1960, Taft Elementary school serves a growing student population and offers a wide range of academic and arts-based programs for kindergarten through sixth grade students. Taft Elementary School provides assisted- learning programs and English-language learning instruction.
The school also has the Dr. Susan Williamson Community Garden, which instills a love of nature in students while providing nutritious food for the community.
Students have access to a modern athletics gymnasium for sports and activities. Taft Elementary School students can also participate in the school’s signature drum program.
The school has an active parent-teacher organization that helps parents with academic resources. The group also hosts yearly fundraising events and educational field trips throughout Treasure Valley.
Taft Elementary School is an example of Idaho's ongoing efforts to provide educational opportunities by striving to build strong community involvement with parents, teachers and students.
Taft Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
3722 Anderson St,
Boise, ID
Boise School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Niche Grade
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.5%
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
7.6%
State Average
20.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
233:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.6%
Male
47.4%
White
51.1%
Black
20%
Hispanic
11.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.7%
Two or more races
4.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
11/14/2019
The staff - including everyone - were kind and thoughtful people in my experience there. I don't have a single bad thing to say about them.
7/31/2018
The staff is really the best as far as being friendly and effective. Amazing teachers and leadership. We are excited for our upcoming years at Taft. I know so many families who open enroll instead of going to their home school (Taft). Most have never even toured the school. I tell everyone in our ne...
7/28/2018
We love Taft! It is a great school, with teachers that care, and lots of learning. We love the diversity of students, and the overall teamwork we see at Taft. I am so glad we moved into the Taft area and get to attend such a great public school. If you are moving to the area, give Taft a try. The ra...
6/1/2018
Excellent school very accommodating. Lots of family event. Lots of help with the special ed system.
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Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$323K - $954K
Homes For Sale
20
Average Home Value
$553,829
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
58%
Average Household Income
$74,217
% of College Grads
47.6%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,420 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
55.0%
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Parks in this Area
Esther Simplot Park
- Fishing
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Sunset Park
- Dog Park
- Tennis
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Fairview Park
- Basketball
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- Playground
Willow Lane Athletic Complex
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Veterans Memorial Park
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- Trails
Bernadine Quinn Park
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- Trails
Rotary Park
- Trails
- River
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Taft 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. The school has a total enrollment of 242 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 32% are proficient in reading. Taft Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $553,829. Discover additional schools in the area, like Robert Janss School, Boise Senior High School, Capital High School, and more. Learn more about what Boise has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Taft Elementary School.