Serving 325 students in grades 9-12, Wendell 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wendell High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 115.7 square miles in Wendell, ID. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wendell High School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Educating and Empowering all students through Wendell P.R.I.D.E.'
School Rankings
Wendell 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 Wendell High School is 0.46, 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
#464 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Trojan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wendell High School's ranking?
Wendell High School is ranked #464 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wendell High School?
The graduation rate of Wendell High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Wendell High School?
325 students attend Wendell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wendell High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wendell High School?
Wendell High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wendell High School offer ?
Wendell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wendell High School part of?
Wendell High School is part of Wendell School District.
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