Serving 248 students in grades 9-12, West Side Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Side Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dayton, ID, covering approximately 156.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Side Senior High School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
UNITY IS STRENGTH – UNITED WE STAND
School Rankings
West Side Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Senior High School is 0.13, 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
#128 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
93%
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
≥95%
81.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Pirate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Senior High School's ranking?
West Side Senior High School is ranked #128 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Side Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Side Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend West Side Senior High School?
248 students attend West Side Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Side Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Side Senior High School?
West Side Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Side Senior High School offer ?
West Side Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Senior High School part of?
West Side Senior High School is part of West Side Joint School District.
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