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Boise Independent School District

Boise Senior High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Idaho
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Boise, ID
  • 362 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A
  2. Diversity
    B
  3. Teachers
    A+
  4. College Prep
    A-
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Health & Safety
    A-
  7. Administration
    A+
  8. Sports
    B
  9. Food
    A
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B+
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Boise Senior High School is a top rated, public school located in Boise, ID. It has 1,549 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 62% of students are at least proficient in math and 79% in reading.
About Boise Senior High School...
School District
Boise Independent School District
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Address
1010 West Washington St
Boise, ID 83702
Telephone
(208) 854-4270
Website
boiseschools.org

Boise Senior High School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
79%
Percent Proficient - Math
62%
Average Graduation Rate
92%
Average SAT
1260
342 responses
Average ACT
29
149 responses
AP Enrollment
43%
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Living in the Area
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    C+
  2. Good for Families
    A-
  3. Housing
    B
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$54,547
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$875
National
$949
Median Home Value
$206,800
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
92%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.38 responses
Poll
92%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.38 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 114 responses
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  • Block parties at lunch
    15%
  • Homecoming
    14%
  • Art show
    11%
  • Senior skip
    10%
  • Attending sports games
    8%
  • Toga
    8%
  • National Honor Society
    8%

Students

Diversity
B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,549
Free or Reduced Lunch
21%
90%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.39 responses
97%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.39 responses
77%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.39 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$61,217
Teachers in First/Second Year
6.2%
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.59 responses
85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.59 responses
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.59 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$8,302/ year
National
$12,239
92%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.61 responses
49%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.61 responses
74%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.61 responses
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A very connected community with something for everyone to do! The sports involment is high, raising school spirit to the max! There are countless clubs and activities, and of you don't like those offered, you can create your own for like-minded people! The school is located near amazing restaurants where students can go for lunch. The teachers are good, but the options of academics are amazing! There's a class for every interest. The diversity is very good, hosting foreign exchange students from all over the world.
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In my experience at Boise High, I have appreciated the kind and generous atmosphere where most teachers and students will cheer you up if you are having a bad day. For me, I love this school for its diversity, in a state that is 80
% white, and how our multiple classes of different languages (Espanol, Francais, German, Latin) all allow my peers and I to appreciate the bigger world. Furthermore, I have sincerely enjoyed my current time at Boise High, with all the sports, clubs, school culture, and great friends.
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Boise High is a diverse, academic and arts centered high school like non other in Idaho. Progressive, open-minded- yet rigorous with high expectations of students. The teachers and admin care! The kids help create a loving and all inclusive culture that makes for better learning.