Whitney Elementary School entered the Boise School District in 1923. As the city grew, the school improved its facilities, curriculum and resources to meet expanding needs. In 2019, the school was granted a new building and campus on Owyhee Street including modern classrooms, a full gymnasium, separate kitchen and dining halls and a dedicated music room. Whitney Elementary serves students in pre-K through sixth grade.
The elementary school also offers two playgrounds, a basketball court and a large recreation field connected to the Whitney Community Center where after-school learning and fun go together. Educators at Whitney Elementary strive to foster kindness and respect while building a stronger community through quality education in a safe environment. Kids also cheer on the Wolverines boys and girls track team. Students engage in academics that include a robust dual language program, music, S.T.E.M-based science and math lessons and a G.A.T.E. program that caters to gifted and talented students.
Whitney Elementary School hosts the Boise School District's signature Boise pre-K Project, where young learners are introduced to colors, shapes, numbers and literacy skills which significantly impact their academic success as they mature. Students also enjoy free homework assistance, youth sports and art and gardening activities on campus after school. Parents are encouraged to volunteer and support the school throughout the year, ensuring Whitney Elementary can continue to meet children's educational needs in the future.
Whitney Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
1609 S Owyhee St,
Boise, ID
Boise School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
33%
Reading Proficiency
33%
Niche Grade
C
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
33%
Math Proficiency
33%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
29
Teachers in First or Second Year
18.2%
GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
13.1%
State Average
20.3%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
328:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
52.3%
Hispanic
31.5%
Black
9.9%
Two or more races
4.8%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/2/2022
This school has a huge problem with bullying. They do not actually help at all in regards to it. My self and other parents have had to call the SRO over the area to try to get it to stop. Becca Anderson at the district level will not return parents phone calls in regards to the bullying either. I lw...
4/30/2019
Our son started at Whitney last year. We have been so impressed by the competence and kindness of each staff person that we've engaged with - from his teacher, to the front desk staff, to the cafeteria staff and principal. We feel grateful to be apart of this compassionate and diverse community of l...
6/25/2014
I have been at Whitney for 5 years now the new building is amazing. Every teacher puts a special touch when teaching their students. I have had my expectations exceeded every year. I cannot wait for my other two daughters to start attending.
4/28/2014
This school is focused on the sucess of each student. The same rules of conduct are on each student.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Vista
List Price Range
$145K - $950K
Homes For Sale
36
Average Home Value
$434,465
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
49%
Household Income
$65,037
% of College Grads
31.8%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,329 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
46.0%
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Parks in this Area
Ivywild Park
- Pool
- Tennis
- Trails
Terry Day Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Manitou Park
- Basketball
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- Tennis
Cassia Park
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
- Volleyball
Phillipi Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Shoshone Park
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
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