PARK RIDGE ELEMENTARY

491 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Park Ridge Elementary is a public school located in Nampa, Idaho, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Nampa School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional growth. It is known for its focus on building a strong community, where staff, students, and parents collaborate to support student success and create a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere for all learners.

The school emphasizes foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while integrating technology and hands-on learning to prepare students for future educational challenges. With a commitment to "whole-child" development, Park Ridge offers various programs and activities designed to engage students both inside and outside the classroom. By prioritizing clear communication and a supportive school culture, Park Ridge Elementary strives to be a cornerstone of the local Nampa neighborhood, ensuring that every student has the tools and encouragement needed to reach their full potential.

491

Total Students

31.7

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

71.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PARK RIDGE ELEMENTARY
Demographic	Student Count
White	260
Hispanic	203
Black	1
Asian	1
Two or More	19
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	6

White
260 (53.0%)
Hispanic
203 (41.3%)
Two or More
19 (3.9%)
Pacific Islander
6 (1.2%)
Black
1 (0.2%)
Asian
1 (0.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

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:	NAMPA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone:	(208)468-4622
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	491
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Not reported
Qualified Free Lunch:	279
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	74

* 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 68

Grade 1 80

Grade 2 87

Grade 3 82

Grade 4 100

Grade 5 74