Basin Alternative High School serves 27 students in grades 6-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Basin Alternative High School's student population of 27 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
27 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Basin Alternative High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
63%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
32%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Basin Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Basin Alternative High School is 80%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Basin Alternative High School?
27 students attend Basin Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Basin Alternative High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basin Alternative High School?
Basin Alternative High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Basin Alternative High School offer ?
Basin Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basin Alternative High School part of?
Basin Alternative High School is part of Teton County School District.
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