Idaho Press
'Removal of a lifeline' or 'low utilization of the building'? West Ada continues debate on whether to keep McMillan Elementary
West Ada weighs closing McMillan Elementary over enrollment drop
Key points (ReadOut summary)
- Enrollment fell 62% in 12 years to 171 students, projected at 121 by 2031
- District spends up to $100,000 yearly heating empty classrooms
- Parents call the school a "lifeline" for economically disadvantaged families
- Final trustees vote set for Nov. 9 after second reading Monday
- If closed, redrawn boundaries planned by February and staff guaranteed new posts
The West Ada School District faces a vote to potentially close McMillan Elementary due to steep enrollment declines and financial strain, with a decision expected on Nov. 9 after community feedback and a second board reading. McMillan's population has dropped…