Serving 143 students in grades 9-12, Shoshone High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shoshone High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 511.2 square miles around Shoshone, ID, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 23.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoshone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shoshone High School's student population of 143 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shoshone 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 Shoshone High School is 0.45, 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
#145 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
68%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
31%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoshone High School's ranking?
Shoshone High School is ranked #145 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% 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 Shoshone High School?
The graduation rate of Shoshone High School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Shoshone High School?
143 students attend Shoshone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Shoshone High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoshone High School?
Shoshone High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shoshone High School offer ?
Shoshone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shoshone High School part of?
Shoshone High School is part of Shoshone Joint School District.
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