Serving 145 students in grades 4-12, Deary 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: DEARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Deary, ID, covering approximately 691.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 17.1 miles and the furthest edge located 44.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Deary School's student population of 145 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deary 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 Deary School is 0.02, 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
#155 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deary School's ranking?
Deary School is ranked #155 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Deary School often compared to?
Deary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Jr/sr High School, Moscow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deary School?
The graduation rate of Deary School is 80%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Deary School?
145 students attend Deary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Deary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deary School?
Deary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deary School offer ?
Deary School offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deary School part of?
Deary School is part of Whitepine Joint School District.
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