Serving 254 students in grades 9-12, West Side Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 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 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Side Senior High School's student population of 254 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Side Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 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 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #185 out of 707 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Side Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Side Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 79%.
How many students attend West Side Senior High School?
254 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 American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Senior High School?
West Side Senior High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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
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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