Serving 349 students in grades 6-12, Salmon 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 20% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Salmon Jr./Sr. High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Salmon, ID, covering approximately 2,898 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 36.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point reaching 54.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Salmon Jr/sr High School's student population of 349 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
349 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salmon 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 Salmon Jr/sr High School is 0.15, 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
#580 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
92%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-74%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Salmon Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Salmon Jr/sr High School is ranked #580 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salmon Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Salmon Jr/sr High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Salmon Jr/sr High School?
349 students attend Salmon Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Salmon Jr/sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salmon Jr/sr High School?
Salmon Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salmon Jr/sr High School offer ?
Salmon Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salmon Jr/sr High School part of?
Salmon Jr/sr High School is part of Salmon School District.
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