Serving 977 students in grades 9-12, Wood River 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 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 977 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wood River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wood River High School's student population of 977 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
977 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wood River 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 Wood River High School is 0.54, 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
#432 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
44%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
52%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wood River High School's ranking?
Wood River High School is ranked #432 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Wood River High School often compared to?
Wood River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wood River High School?
The graduation rate of Wood River High School is 82%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend Wood River High School?
977 students attend Wood River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wood River High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wood River High School?
Wood River High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wood River High School offer ?
Wood River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wood River High School part of?
Wood River High School is part of Blaine County School District.
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