Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Sage Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
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Silver Sage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Silver Sage Elementary School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges
School Mascot
None
Silver Sage Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Sage 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
#184 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
13%
1%
White
59%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Silver Sage Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Sage Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Silver Sage Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Sage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amity Elementary School, Desert Sage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Silver Sage Elementary School?
309 students attend Silver Sage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Silver Sage Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Sage Elementary School?
Silver Sage Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silver Sage Elementary School offer ?
Silver Sage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silver Sage Elementary School part of?
Silver Sage Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Silver Sage Elementary School located?
Silver Sage Elementary School is located in the Southwest Ada County Alliance neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 12 other public schools located in Southwest Ada County Alliance.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I used to go there 2 years ago I'm in middle school it's about to become 3, how ever i miss silver sage suposing I spent 6 years of my life there so far I miss it so much and call me a cry baby but when I think about my old teachers I start to cry and it would be impossible for me to visit now and when I get out of high school it will probably be demolished becuse it's a old school from I think 1989 but I miss itReview Silver Sage Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I used to go there 2 years ago I'm in middle school it's about to become 3, how ever i miss silver sage suposing I spent 6 years of my life there so far I miss it so much and call me a cry baby but when I think about my old teachers I start to cry and it would be impossible for me to visit now and when I get out of high school it will probably be demolished becuse it's a old school from I think 1989 but I miss it
Review Silver Sage Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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