Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Heritage Charter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Heritage Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
American Heritage Charter School's student population of 488 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Heritage Charter 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 American Heritage Charter School is 0.17, 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
#176 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Heritage Charter School's ranking?
American Heritage Charter School is ranked #176 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are American Heritage Charter School often compared to?
American Heritage Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Pine Charter School, Taylors Crossing Charter School, Alturas International Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Heritage Charter School?
The graduation rate of American Heritage Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend American Heritage Charter School?
488 students attend American Heritage Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of American Heritage Charter School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Heritage Charter School?
American Heritage Charter School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Heritage Charter School offer ?
American Heritage Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is American Heritage Charter School part of?
American Heritage Charter School is part of American Heritage Charter School Inc. School District.
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