Clark Fork Junior/Senior High School is a six-year secondary school in Clark Fork, Idaho.
Serving 129 students in grades 7-12, Clark Fork Jr/sr 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School's student population of 129 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
SMALL SCHOOL – BIG RESULTS!
School Mascot
Wampus Cats
School Rankings
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark Fork Jr/sr High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#464 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wampus Cats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clark Fork Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School is ranked #464 out of 704 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clark Fork Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Clark Fork Jr/sr High School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Clark Fork Jr/sr High School?
129 students attend Clark Fork Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Clark Fork Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clark Fork Jr/sr High School?
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clark Fork Jr/sr High School offer ?
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark Fork Jr/sr High School part of?
Clark Fork Jr/sr High School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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