Magic Valley High School is an alternative high school in Twin Falls, Idaho. It is part of the Twin Falls School District.
Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Magic Valley 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magic Valley High School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Magic Valley 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 Magic Valley High School is 0.54, which is more 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
#679 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
4%
1%
White
59%
72%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ocelot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magic Valley High School's ranking?
Magic Valley High School is ranked #679 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Magic Valley High School often compared to?
Magic Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon Ridge High School, Twin Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magic Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Magic Valley High School is 40-44%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Magic Valley High School?
161 students attend Magic Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Magic Valley High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magic Valley High School?
Magic Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Magic Valley High School offer ?
Magic Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magic Valley High School part of?
Magic Valley High School is part of Twin Falls School District.
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