Serving 1,352 students in grades 9-12, Pocatello High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocatello High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pocatello High School's student population of 1,352 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pocatello High School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocatello High School is 0.34, 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
#205 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocatello High School's ranking?
Pocatello High School is ranked #205 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Pocatello High School often compared to?
Pocatello High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland High School, Century High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocatello High School?
The graduation rate of Pocatello High School is 87%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Pocatello High School?
1,352 students attend Pocatello High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pocatello High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocatello High School?
Pocatello High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pocatello High School offer ?
Pocatello High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pocatello High School part of?
Pocatello High School is part of Pocatello School District.
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