Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, White Pine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Pine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
White Pine Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Mascot
Timber Wolves
School Rankings
White Pine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Pine Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
9%
1%
White
59%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Timber Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Pine Elementary School's ranking?
White Pine Elementary School is ranked #131 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are White Pine Elementary School often compared to?
White Pine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trail Wind Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend White Pine Elementary School?
543 students attend White Pine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of White Pine Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Pine Elementary School?
White Pine Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does White Pine Elementary School offer ?
White Pine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Pine Elementary School part of?
White Pine Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is White Pine Elementary School located?
White Pine Elementary School is located in the Southeast Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 7 other public schools located in Southeast Boise.
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