Butte County High School is a high school in Arco, Idaho, the seat of Butte County. Despite its extremely small size—the school had an enrollment of 166 students in 2004/5—the school has won multiple awards and championships in interscholastic competition.
Serving 186 students in grades 7-12, Butte County Middle/high School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butte County High School serves the entire district located in Arco, ID, encompassing an extensive area of approximately 2,356.5 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 44.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butte County Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Butte County Middle/high School's student population of 186 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
School Motto
Achievement for Every Student
School Rankings
Butte County Middle/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Butte County Middle/high School is 0.20, 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
#146 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte County Middle/high School's ranking?
Butte County Middle/high School is ranked #146 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Butte County Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Butte County Middle/high School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Butte County Middle/high School?
186 students attend Butte County Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Butte County Middle/high School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butte County Middle/high School?
Butte County Middle/high School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Butte County Middle/high School offer ?
Butte County Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Butte County Middle/high School part of?
Butte County Middle/high School is part of Butte County Joint School District.
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