Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, American Falls 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
American Falls High School's student population of 452 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Falls High School is 0.53, which is more 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
#629 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
52%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
45%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Falls High School's ranking?
American Falls High School is ranked #629 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are American Falls High School often compared to?
American Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockland Public School, Highland High School, Century High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Falls High School?
The graduation rate of American Falls High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend American Falls High School?
452 students attend American Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of American Falls High School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Falls High School?
American Falls High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Falls High School offer ?
American Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is American Falls High School part of?
American Falls High School is part of American Falls Joint School District.
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