COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT school district, located in BOISE, ID with about 246 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 15 teachers, COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the residential Highlands area of Boise, Idaho, serves as a neighborhood hub for the Boise School District. Known for its strong sense of community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The campus is situated near residential streets, providing a walkable environment for many families and creating a close-knit atmosphere that defines the school's culture.

Academically, Collister Elementary emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to engage in critical thinking and creative problem-solving. The school is known for its dedicated teaching staff who prioritize individualized attention, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds receive the support necessary to succeed. By integrating extracurricular opportunities and community involvement, Collister aims to prepare its students to be well-rounded, responsible citizens within the broader Boise community.

For more information, contact COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 854-4650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

4426 CATALPA DRIVE
BOISE, ID 83703-3913
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COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in BOISE, ID with about 246 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Idaho

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
246
Teachers:
15.47
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 246 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
82.9%
Asian
10.2%
Hispanic/Latino
3.7%
Two or more races
2.8%
Black or African American
0.4%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.