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Idaho Fine Arts Academy

915 EAST CENTRAL DRIVE, MERIDIAN, ID, 83642

Top 10% School in Idaho

Ranked 17 of 217 in Idaho

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About Idaho Fine Arts Academy

The Idaho Fine Arts Academy is a top public charter school in Meridian, Idaho, for students in grades 6 through 12. It is known as one of the best schools in the area and has a unique atmosphere where academic rigor meets artistic passion. There are about 200 students enrolled, and the student-to-teacher ratio is only about 15:1, so each student gets a lot of individual attention. The academy has high academic standards, with 91% of students doing well in reading and 72% doing well in math. There are 19% of minority students and 10% of students who are economically disadvantaged. It is one of the best schools for students who want to be the best in dance, music, theater, and the visual arts. It is one of 15 high schools in the West Ada School District. Students also take tests to see if they are ready for college, like the SAT, and it is one of the best High School in "Idaho" . People praise the school for its specialized arts program and its ability to keep up high academic standards in a creative, supportive environment.

Idaho Fine Arts Academy Contact Information

Address

915 EAST CENTRAL DRIVE, MERIDIAN, ID, 83642

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Phone

(208) 350-4420

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 91%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 91% in Reading.
16
Full-time Teachers
16 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
265
Total Students
$61688
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 17 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Idaho Fine Arts Academy

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 81.13%
Asian 1.13%
Hispanic 11.7%
Black 1.13%
Two+ Races 4.15%
Native Am. 0.75%
White
81.13%
Asian
1.13%
Hispanic
11.7%
Black
1.13%
Two+ Races
4.15%
Native Am.
0.75%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 265
78.49%
208 Female
21.51%
57 Male

Student Population

265 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

217 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

During its Spring 2026 performance season, the academy is showing off the talents of its students. The performances include works from the dance, vocal, and instrumental departments that were made to gether. Recently, professionals led a series of workshops for students that combined modern digital media with traditional fine arts. This helped them improve their technical portfolios. The next step in improving the buildings on campus is also happening. This stage will be all about improving the sound in the main performance hall so that it can host high-quality student shows.

FAQ

Q1. Does Idaho Fine Arts Academy support learning through practical activities?

Ans. Yes, students work on projects and do things that help them learn skills they can use in the real world.

Q2. What does Idaho Fine Arts Academy do to make the learning environment better?

Ans. Respect, working together, and being responsible make sure that the school culture is safe, welcoming, and open to everyone.

Q3. Does Idaho Fine Arts Academy help students think of new things?

Ans. Yes, students can find out more about art, music, and new projects that will help them be more creative.

Q4. Are college entrance exams conducted here?

Ans. Students can take the SAT and ACT tests on-site or through programs that work together.

Q5. What does Idaho Fine Arts Academy teach?

Ans. Idaho Fine Arts Academy has a college-preparatory curriculum and gives students chances to learn through practical activities and improve their skills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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