PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY is a public elementary school that is part of the JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2 school district, located in BOISE, ID with about 583 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 27 teachers, PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY, located in the West Ada School District in Boise, Idaho, serves a suburban community as a neighborhood hub for K-5 education. The school is known for fostering a supportive and structured learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while encouraging student engagement through various extracurricular opportunities. Its location on South Sumpter Way places it within a growing residential area, allowing the school to maintain a strong connection with the local families it serves.

Academically, Pepper Ridge places a significant focus on literacy, mathematics, and character development, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school. The staff is committed to creating an inclusive culture that values student achievement and personal growth. As part of the larger West Ada district, the school benefits from district-wide resources and curriculum standards, which are integrated with the specific community culture of the Pepper Ridge neighborhood to ensure a well-rounded elementary experience.

For more information, contact PEPPER RIDGE ELEMENTARY at (208) 855-4130 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.