Serving 374 students in grades 9-12, Buhl High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buhl High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Buhl High School's student population of 374 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buhl High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buhl High School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#574 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
59%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buhl High School's ranking?
Buhl High School is ranked #574 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buhl High School?
The graduation rate of Buhl High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend Buhl High School?
374 students attend Buhl High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Buhl High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buhl High School?
Buhl High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buhl High School offer ?
Buhl High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Buhl High School part of?
Buhl High School is part of Buhl Joint School District.
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