Hidden Springs, Idaho facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hidden Springs
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![]() Location of Hidden Springs in Ada County, Idaho.
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Country | United States |
State | Idaho |
County | Ada |
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• Total | 2.536 sq mi (6.57 km2) |
• Land | 2.524 sq mi (6.54 km2) |
• Water | 0.012 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
Elevation | 2,864 ft (873 m) |
Population
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• Total | 2,280 |
• Density | 899.1/sq mi (347.1/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
Area code(s) | 208, 986 |
GNIS feature ID | 2585573 |
Hidden Springs is a special kind of neighborhood located in the Dry Creek Valley in Ada County, Idaho, United States. It's known as a "master-planned community," which means it was carefully designed from the start. This design includes homes, parks, and open spaces all planned together. For counting people, the U.S. government also calls it a census-designated place (CDP). In 2010, about 2,280 people lived there.
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What is Hidden Springs Like?
Hidden Springs is proud to have over 800 acres of open space that will always stay natural and undeveloped. This helps protect nature and gives people places to explore. The community also has its own system for cleaning water, which is pretty cool!
The houses in Hidden Springs have a special look called 'neo-traditional style.' Many homes have garages that you reach from a back alley, not from the front street. This design makes the neighborhood feel more friendly for people walking or biking, rather than just for cars.
Who Lives in Hidden Springs?
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Hidden Springs is home to many families. The numbers from the 2010 census show that 2,280 people lived there at that time.
Schools in Hidden Springs
Hidden Springs is part of the Boise School District. This means students living in the community attend schools within this district. Hidden Springs Elementary School is right in the neighborhood, which is super convenient for younger students.
After elementary school, students usually go to Hillside Junior High School. Later, they attend Boise High School for their high school years.
See also
In Spanish: Hidden Spring para niños