Serving 2,040 students in grades 9-12, Rigby High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RIGBY HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire Rigby school district and encompasses approximately 344.3 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking 15-20 minutes. The furthest edge of the zone is about 26.3 miles away, with an average distance of 9.2 miles from the school to the zone boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rigby High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rigby High School's student population of 2,040 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,040 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rigby High School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rigby High School is 0.22, 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
#152 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
88%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
88%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Rigby High School's ranking?
Rigby High School is ranked #152 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Rigby High School often compared to?
Rigby High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rigby High School?
The graduation rate of Rigby High School is 88%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Rigby High School?
2,040 students attend Rigby High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Rigby High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rigby High School?
Rigby High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rigby High School offer ?
Rigby High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rigby High School part of?
Rigby High School is part of Jefferson County Joint School District.
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