2024-04-08 West Ada Schools
March 28, 2024
RE: Burnside Ridge Estates AZ, PP H-2023-0055
Dear Meridian City Planners:
West Ada School District has experienced significant and sustained growth in student enrollment during the last ten
years. Based on current enrollment data specific to the area surrounding this proposed development, we estimate this
development consisting of 263 single-family units and 0 multi-family units could house approximately 129 school aged
children. Approval of this application will affect enrollments at the following schools in West Ada School District.
Enrollment Capacity
Mary McPherson Elementary School 497 675
Victory Middle School 1070 1000
Meridian High School 1769 2075
West Ada School District supports economic growth; however, growth fosters the need for additional school capacity.
Future developments will continue to have an impact on the district’s capacity. Should a school exceed capacity, to meet
the need for additional school capacity in this area one or more of the following may need to be implemented:
Transporting students to an alternate school with available classrooms.
Attendance area adjustments if there is availability in a nearby school.
Passage of a bond to build new schools to fit the enrollment needs.
Portable classrooms placed on the property.
West Ada School District requests developers’ consideration for providing safe walkways, bike paths, and pedestrian
access for our students to schools and community resources.
Sincerely,
Miranda Carson
Director of Transportation & Planning