Serving 128 students in grades 9-12, Glenns Ferry 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Glenns Ferry High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Glenns Ferry, ID, encompassing approximately 906.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenns Ferry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glenns Ferry High School's student population of 128 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Pilot Way
School Rankings
Glenns Ferry 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 Glenns Ferry High School is 0.48, 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
#371 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Hispanic
40%
21%
White
60%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenns Ferry High School's ranking?
Glenns Ferry High School is ranked #371 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenns Ferry High School?
The graduation rate of Glenns Ferry High School is 80%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Glenns Ferry High School?
128 students attend Glenns Ferry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Glenns Ferry High School students are White, and 40% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenns Ferry High School?
Glenns Ferry High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glenns Ferry High School offer ?
Glenns Ferry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glenns Ferry High School part of?
Glenns Ferry High School is part of Glenns Ferry Joint School District.
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