Serving 393 students in grades 9-12, Compass Academy ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Compass Academy's student population of 393 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Compass Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Compass Academy is 0.37, 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
#230 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
78%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-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 Compass Academy's ranking?
Compass Academy is ranked #230 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Compass Academy often compared to?
Compass Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Idaho Falls Senior High School, Skyline Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compass Academy?
The graduation rate of Compass Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Compass Academy?
393 students attend Compass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Compass Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compass Academy?
Compass Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Compass Academy offer ?
Compass Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Compass Academy part of?
Compass Academy is part of Idaho Falls School District.
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