Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Heritage Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Heritage Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
American Heritage Charter School's student population of 477 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Heritage Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Heritage Charter School is 0.17, which is less 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
#125 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Heritage Charter School's ranking?
American Heritage Charter School is ranked #125 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are American Heritage Charter School often compared to?
American Heritage Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alturas International Academy, Taylors Crossing Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Heritage Charter School?
The graduation rate of American Heritage Charter School is 80%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend American Heritage Charter School?
477 students attend American Heritage Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of American Heritage Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Heritage Charter School?
American Heritage Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Heritage Charter School offer ?
American Heritage Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is American Heritage Charter School part of?
American Heritage Charter School is part of American Heritage Charter School Inc. School District.
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