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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- 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
Top Rankings
Basin Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Basin Alternative High School's student population of 27 students has grown by 28% 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
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Basin Alternative High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. 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
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
52%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
44%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Basin Alternative High School?
27 students attend Basin Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Basin Alternative High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
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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