Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, St. Maries High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Maries High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 494.4 square miles around Saint Maries, ID, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 24 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Maries High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
St. Maries High School's student population of 282 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Maries High School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Maries High School is 0.27, 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
#230 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
80-84%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
Lumberjack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Maries High School's ranking?
St. Maries High School is ranked #230 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are St. Maries High School often compared to?
St. Maries High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside High School, St. Maries Community Education Alternative by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Maries High School?
The graduation rate of St. Maries High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend St. Maries High School?
282 students attend St. Maries High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of St. Maries High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Maries High School?
St. Maries High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Maries High School offer ?
St. Maries High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Maries High School part of?
St. Maries High School is part of St Maries Joint School District.
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