SCHOOL REPORT
Ponderosa Elementary School Meridian, Idaho
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Ponderosa Elementary School
School: Ponderosa Elementary School
School Details
GreatSchools Rating
Name
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Ponderosa Elementary School Address
2950 North Naomi Meridian, ID 83642 Phone
6 out of 10
(208) 855-4040
Meridian
School District
7 out of 10
West Ada School District Grades Served
K-5
School Facts
This School
Total Enrollment
636
Students in Free or Reduced Price Lunch Program
33%
Number of Schools in this City
42
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Test Scores Grade 3 Smarter Balanced Assessment The chart shows results of standardized tests for this school. Test results are provided by GreatSchools, which compiles test scores, community reviews and other data about schools across the United States. Ratings for this school are based on the most recent available standardized test results for each state. Data Source: GreatSchools Update Frequency: Annually This School
Grade 4 Smarter Balanced Assessment The chart shows results of standardized tests for this school. Test results are provided by GreatSchools, which compiles test scores, community reviews and other data about schools across the United States. Ratings for this school are based on the most recent available standardized test results for each state. Data Source: GreatSchools Update Frequency: Annually This School
Grade 5 Smarter Balanced Assessment The chart shows results of standardized tests for this school. Test results are provided by GreatSchools, which compiles test scores, community reviews and other data about schools across the United States. Ratings for this school are based on the most recent available standardized test results for each state. Data Source: GreatSchools Update Frequency: Annually This School
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Grade All Smarter Balanced Assessment The chart shows results of standardized tests for this school. Test results are provided by GreatSchools, which compiles test scores, community reviews and other data about schools across the United States. Ratings for this school are based on the most recent available standardized test results for each state. Data Source: GreatSchools Update Frequency: Annually This School
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Community Ratings for this School Based on 11 Reviews
4 out of 5 Rating: 5
Posted: 12/8/2015 by parent This school has been very helpful. I have had my grandkids going there for 5 years now..they work with each kid as a individual Not as a group..I think that's great.. Andi think that is great.. Rating: 3
Posted: 8/4/2015 by parent My Daughter attended Kindergarten at Ponderosa. We LOVED her teacher! But the school does put a lot of pressure on the kids to do the pacer program (although it is optional) which is walking or running laps on the track during lunch/recess. My child was frequently left out, because she was slower than a lot of the other kids. And she didn't want to just play on the playground because she was taught that getting pacers is top priority! I wish they only had a few "pacer" days out of the week. To give the kids some time to relax and have fun. Also, the parent involvement is non existent. The PTA did very little thru out the year. They were not friendly or encouraging an only hosted 2 events (which were below average) My child did learn well though. Rating: 4
Posted: 8/1/2014 by parent The teachers and staff are very nice and always helpful when I have questions. They are very focus on encouraging kids to be more active, and receive rewards for exercising during recess. My kids have learned well what s in the curriculum for Idaho, but I think there is space for more academic activities in the school. The science fair is the only after class activity during the year that involves academics, and it s very underwhelming. I think the PTA and the staff do the best they can with the little help they get from parents and the state. Overall, is a nice environment, they are very pro-active on preventing bullying, and my kids are very happy in the school. Rating: 5
Posted: 4/25/2014 by parent Ponderosa Elementary puts emphasis not only on the academics of children but also the health of children. The school is known for its ever popular Pacer Program. Children have the option to spend their recess time running on the pacer track. Children are given pacer sticks after every lap which they turn in to get marked off on their 25 mile pacer card. Incentives are awarded after every 25 miles. As an example, my son has earned three necklace charms representing each of his 25 miles this year. For running 75 miles total, he has the opportunity to attend a special Summer Wind Skippers assembly. As a result, he loves school and has a positive self esteem due to his achievement. I have also experienced excellent teachers and an engaged principal. Rating: 5
Posted: 2/23/2010 by parent We have 2nd, 3rd and 5th grade students at Ponderosa and absolutely love the school and staff. They are very aware of each and every student and he/she's personal needs. This extends past the classroom, playground, and into our home. If our kids have a problem related to academics or social issues, the staff at Ponderosa goes above and beyond to make sure the issues get handled. It is nice to see a school in this day and age that really cares what kind of people they are turning out when the kids move on. Rating: 5
Posted: 2/1/2010 by parent I have a K and a 2nd grader here at Ponderosa. It is our first year here and so far it has been wonderful! Our teachers are amazing, I LOVE this school! Rating: 5
Posted: 10/7/2009 by parent I have had 4 children enrolled over the last few years. The teachers, the staff have all been excellent. Rating: 5
Posted: 8/11/2008 by parent –
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Rating: 5
Posted: 8/27/2007 by parent Excellent and caring teachers! Rating: 5
Posted: 8/13/2007 by parent – Rating: 2
Posted: 11/14/2006 by parent I was dissapointed in the principle and put my child in a different elementary school. She didn't seem concerned enough about my childs safety when his safety was threatened by another student.
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Ponderosa Elementary School
Nearby Schools (within 10 miles)
This School
Other Schools
Name
Level
Type
Grade
Students per Teacher
Ponderosa Elementary School
Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
K-5
–
636
6
West Ada School District
Chaparral Elementary School
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
PK-5
–
–
–
Meridian Joint District
Compass Public Charter School
Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High
Charter
K-12
–
–
10
Compass Charter School
Barbara Morgan S.T.E.M. Academy
Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
K-5
–
–
–
Meridian Joint District
Linder Elementary School
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
PK-5
–
–
7
Meridian Joint District
Stonehouse Christian School
Elementary, Middle, High
Private
4-12
–
–
–
–
Hunter Elementary School
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
PK-5
–
–
9
Meridian Joint District
Sawtooth Middle School
Middle
Public
6-8
–
–
8
Meridian Joint District
Grade
Students per Teacher
Total Students
Average School Rating
District
Name
Level
Type
Total Students
Average School Rating
District
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Ponderosa Elementary School Meridian High School
High
Public
9-12
–
–
6
Meridian Joint District
Rocky Mountain High School
High
Public
9-12
–
–
8
Meridian Joint District
Meridian Middle School
Middle
Public
6-8
–
–
5
Meridian Joint District
Willow Creek Elementary
Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
K-5
–
–
–
Meridian Joint District
Challenger School - Meridian
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle
Private
PK-8
–
–
–
–
Paramount Elementary School
Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
K-5
–
–
9
Meridian Joint District
Peregrine Elementary School
Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary
Public
PK-5
–
–
5
Meridian Joint District
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