WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT school district, located in BOISE, ID with about 624 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1609 South Owyhee Street in Boise, Idaho, is a public elementary school serving students in the Boise School District. As a neighborhood school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive and inclusive environment for young learners. The school focuses on building a strong academic foundation while fostering social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for success as they transition to middle school.

The school is known for its commitment to student-centered instruction and maintaining an active, collaborative relationship with parents and the surrounding Boise community. By leveraging its location within the Boise School District, Whitney Elementary benefits from district-wide resources, specialized programming, and a dedicated teaching staff focused on creating a positive school culture. With a focus on both traditional core subjects and personal growth, the school strives to provide a safe and enriching educational experience for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (208) 854-6580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.