Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcmillan Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcmillan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mcmillan Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
242 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mcmillan Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcmillan Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#270 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1

American Indian
2%
1%

Asian
4%
1%

Hispanic
14%
20%

Black
3%
1%

White
71%
73%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
26%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcmillan Elementary School's ranking?
Mcmillan Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Mcmillan Elementary School?
242 students attend Mcmillan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mcmillan Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcmillan Elementary School?
Mcmillan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcmillan Elementary School offer ?
Mcmillan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mcmillan Elementary School part of?
Mcmillan Elementary School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
In what neighborhood is Mcmillan Elementary School located?
Mcmillan Elementary School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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