Serving 42 students in grades 7-12, North Gem High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Gem Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bancroft, ID, encompassing approximately 375.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the zone is around 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 13.7 miles to the school's boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Gem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Gem High School's student population of 42 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Gem 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 North Gem High School is 0.10, 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
#275 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
21%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
95%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gem High School's ranking?
North Gem High School is ranked #275 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are North Gem High School often compared to?
North Gem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Jr/sr High School, Soda Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Gem High School?
The graduation rate of North Gem High School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend North Gem High School?
42 students attend North Gem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Gem High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Gem High School?
North Gem High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Gem High School offer ?
North Gem High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Gem High School part of?
North Gem High School is part of North Gem School District.
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