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Boise State University Trio Upward Bound

Alternative school · Grades 9–11

Boise, ID

1910 University Dr, Boise, ID 83725

Overall grade: A-

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • A-Class size
  • B-Years serving families
  • ADiversity

What stands out

  • One of the most diverse private schools in Idaho
  • Small classes: about 6 students per teacher

Boise State University Trio Upward Bound is an independent private school in Boise, Idaho, for students from 9th grade through 11th grade. It has about 80 students and around 6 students per teacher. Students attend about 6 hours a day, 180 days a year. Idaho has programs that can help pay tuition; ask the school whether it takes part.

At a glance

Grades
Grades 9–11
Students
80
Teachers
13 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
6.2
Boys and girls
Coed · 62 girls, 18 boys
Religious affiliation
None (nonsectarian)
Program
Alternative school
School day
About 6 hours
School year
180 days
Library
Yes

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    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 54% of independent high schools nationwide (6 students per teacher).
    • Larger than 62% of independent high schools nationwide.
    • Compared with 478 independent high schools nationwide.

    Students by grade

    923
    1026
    1131

    Student body

    Hispanic or Latino50%
    White20%
    American Indian or Alaska Native13%
    Black6%
    Two or more races6%
    Asian3%
    Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander3%

    Help paying tuition in Idaho

    These state programs can help pay private school tuition. Only participating schools can accept them, so ask Boise State University Trio Upward Bound whether it takes part.

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    Questions to ask on a tour

    • What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
    • Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
    • Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
    • What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
    • How does the school communicate with families?

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    Questions about Boise State University Trio Upward Bound

    What grades does Boise State University Trio Upward Bound serve?

    Boise State University Trio Upward Bound serves grades 9–11.

    How many students attend Boise State University Trio Upward Bound?

    About 80 students, with 6 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Boise State University Trio Upward Bound?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. Idaho has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.

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