Serving 300 students in grades 9-12, Wendell 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 300 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wendell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wendell High School's student population of 300 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wendell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wendell High School is 0.49, 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
#463 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
60%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
39%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wendell High School's ranking?
Wendell High School is ranked #463 out of 709 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wendell High School?
The graduation rate of Wendell High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Wendell High School?
300 students attend Wendell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wendell High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wendell High School?
Wendell High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wendell High School offer ?
Wendell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wendell High School part of?
Wendell High School is part of Wendell School District.
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