Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cecil D Andrus Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School's student population of 407 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cecil D Andrus Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#33 out of 704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
78%
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
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cecil D Andrus Elementary School's ranking?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Cecil D Andrus Elementary School often compared to?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Cecil D Andrus Elementary School?
407 students attend Cecil D Andrus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cecil D Andrus Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cecil D Andrus Elementary School?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cecil D Andrus Elementary School offer ?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cecil D Andrus Elementary School part of?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Cecil D Andrus Elementary School located?
Cecil D Andrus Elementary School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 20 other public schools located in West Boise.
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