Serving 209 students in grades 7-12, Potlatch Jr/sr 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Potlatch Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Potlatch school district, covering approximately 344.4 square miles in Potlatch, ID. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and a maximum distance of 22.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potlatch Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Potlatch Jr/sr High School's student population of 209 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potlatch Jr/sr 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 Potlatch Jr/sr High School is 0.19, 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
#512 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Potlatch Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Potlatch Jr/sr High School is ranked #512 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Potlatch Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Potlatch Jr/sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Potlatch Jr/sr High School?
209 students attend Potlatch Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Potlatch Jr/sr High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potlatch Jr/sr High School?
Potlatch Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Potlatch Jr/sr High School offer ?
Potlatch Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Potlatch Jr/sr High School part of?
Potlatch Jr/sr High School is part of Potlatch School District.
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