Serving 126 students in grades 7-12, Idaho City High School 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 30-34% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Idaho City High School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 809.7 square miles around Idaho City, ID. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 19.1 miles and the furthest edge located 35.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Idaho City High School's student population of 126 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
87 acres
School Motto
Educating Today's Children For Tomorrow's World!!
School Rankings
Idaho City High School 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 Idaho City High School is 0.17, 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
#317 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Idaho City High School's ranking?
Idaho City High School is ranked #317 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Idaho City High School often compared to?
Idaho City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Valley School, Horseshoe Bend Middle/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Idaho City High School?
The graduation rate of Idaho City High School is 80%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Idaho City High School?
126 students attend Idaho City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Idaho City High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Idaho City High School?
Idaho City High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Idaho City High School offer ?
Idaho City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idaho City High School part of?
Idaho City High School is part of Basin School District.
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