Serving 1,286 students in grades 9-12, Blackfoot 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 26% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 1,286 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackfoot High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Blackfoot High School's student population of 1,286 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackfoot 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 Blackfoot High School is 0.50, 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
#487 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
22%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
67%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackfoot High School's ranking?
Blackfoot High School is ranked #487 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Blackfoot High School often compared to?
Blackfoot High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snake River High School, Bingham Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackfoot High School?
The graduation rate of Blackfoot High School is 93%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Blackfoot High School?
1,286 students attend Blackfoot High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Blackfoot High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Blackfoot High School offer ?
Blackfoot High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blackfoot High School part of?
Blackfoot High School is part of Blackfoot School District.
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