Pocatello High School is a four-year public high school in Pocatello, Idaho, United States. It is the oldest of the three traditional high schools of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District and serves the southwest portion. The school colors are red, blue, and white.
Serving 1,281 students in grades 9-12, Pocatello High School ranks in the top 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 39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 20% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pocatello High School serves the southwest part of Pocatello, ID, covering an area of approximately 46 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocatello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pocatello High School's student population of 1,281 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pocatello High School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocatello High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocatello High School's ranking?
Pocatello High School is ranked #214 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Pocatello High School often compared to?
Pocatello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School, Century High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocatello High School?
The graduation rate of Pocatello High School is 91%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Pocatello High School?
1,281 students attend Pocatello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pocatello High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocatello High School?
Pocatello High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pocatello High School offer ?
Pocatello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pocatello High School part of?
Pocatello High School is part of Pocatello School District.
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