Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Longfellow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow 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
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 247 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#48 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
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
8%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Longfellow Elementary School often compared to?
Longfellow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Elementary School, Collister Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
247 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Elementary School located?
Longfellow Elementary School is located in the North End neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 2 other public schools located in North End.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal @ 1:15PM = Last Day of School!
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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