Lewiston High School is a four-year public secondary school in Lewiston, Idaho, the only traditional high school in the Lewiston School District. This is only a recent development though, the change being implemented in 2020-21 school year. The school colors of LHS are purple and gold and the mascot is Joe Bengal.
Serving 1,339 students in grades 9-12, Lewiston 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 35% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewiston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lewiston High School's student population of 1,339 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1888
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewiston 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 Lewiston High School is 0.21, 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
#377 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
89%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Joe Bengal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewiston High School's ranking?
Lewiston High School is ranked #377 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Lewiston High School often compared to?
Lewiston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewiston High School?
The graduation rate of Lewiston High School is 92%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Lewiston High School?
1,339 students attend Lewiston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lewiston High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewiston High School?
Lewiston High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewiston High School offer ?
Lewiston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewiston High School part of?
Lewiston High School is part of Lewiston Independent School District.
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