SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY

370 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Summerwind School of Math and Science, located in Boise, Idaho, is a public elementary school within the Boise School District. True to its name, the institution places a specialized emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, aiming to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and a strong foundational knowledge of scientific principles among its K–6 student population. The school is known for integrating hands-on learning experiences and project-based assignments into its curriculum to keep students engaged and prepared for future academic success.

Beyond its academic focus, Summerwind is recognized for its collaborative community atmosphere and dedicated staff. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests through various enrichment activities and extracurricular opportunities. By blending a rigorous core curriculum with a culture that values curiosity and exploration, Summerwind serves as a prominent educational hub for families in the Boise area looking to build a strong base for their children in the fields of math and science.

370

Total Students

25.6

Full-Time Teachers

14.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY
Demographic	Student Count
White	258
Hispanic	55
Black	30
Asian	6
Two or More	20
American Indian	1

White
258 (69.7%)
Hispanic
55 (14.9%)
Black
30 (8.1%)
Two or More
20 (5.4%)
Asian
6 (1.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Not reported
Shared Time Status:	Not reported
District:	JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2
Phone:	(208)375-0210
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	370
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Not reported
Qualified Free Lunch:	124
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 58

Grade 1 56

Grade 2 63

Grade 3 68

Grade 4 63

Grade 5 62