Serving 144 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 11:1 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 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Deary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#155 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
99%
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
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 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 equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Deary School?
144 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 11:1, 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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