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Challenger School - Boise

5551 W. Bloom Street Boise, ID 83703

Tel: (208) 338-9500

www.challengerschool.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-1
Yearly Tuition: $12,750
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-1
Yearly Tuition: $12,750
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Challenger School - Boise ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-1

Year Founded

1963

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Average Class Size

12 students

List of Courses Offered

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Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,750

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Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Celebrating over 60 years of learning and fun, Challenger School is an independent private school that focuses on academic excellence, individual achievement, strong logic and thinking skills, and self-reliance.

School Mascot: Eagle

Our curriculum focuses on the foundations of knowledge: language arts, math, and logic. Early mastery of these basics prepares students for advanced studies and learning at an accelerated pace.
Breathtaking Results - Our uniquely structured classes yield astonishing results in young students. Challenger students achieve scores on average in the 90th percentile on the national Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). This means that our average student outperforms nine out of ten students who take that test. Challenger School offers preschool through eighth grade programs that prepare children to live happily and successfully for their whole lives.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Barbara Baker - Founder of Challenger School - 1950 -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Challenger School - Boise cost?

Challenger School - Boise's tuition is approximately $12,750 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Challenger School - Boise?

The acceptance rate of Challenger School - Boise is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

Who are famous alumni from Challenger School - Boise?

Challenger School - Boise famous alumni include: Barbara Baker - Founder of Challenger School - 1950.

Does Challenger School - Boise offer a summer program?

Yes, Challenger School - Boise offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for Challenger School - Boise?

The application deadline for Challenger School - Boise is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Challenger School - Boise located?

Challenger School - Boise is located in the Collister neighborhood of Boise, ID.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Boise, ID is $15,967 for elementary schools and $14,135 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Boise, ID is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).