Serving 208 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Springs 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% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Canyon Springs High School's student population of 208 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Canyon Springs 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 Canyon Springs High School is 0.37, 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
#698 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
77%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
19%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Springs High School's ranking?
Canyon Springs High School is ranked #698 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Springs High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Canyon Springs High School?
208 students attend Canyon Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Canyon Springs High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon Springs High School?
Canyon Springs High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Springs High School offer ?
Canyon Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Canyon Springs High School part of?
Canyon Springs High School is part of Caldwell School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (District Calendar) (Canyon Springs Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break (Canyon Springs Events)
March 16, 2025 (Sunday)
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