Serving 147 students in grades 9-12, Central Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Academy High School's student population of 147 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 160% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Academy 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 Central Academy High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#449 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
85%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Academy High School's ranking?
Central Academy High School is ranked #449 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Central Academy High School often compared to?
Central Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Academy, Frank Church High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Central Academy High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Central Academy High School?
147 students attend Central Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Central Academy High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Academy High School?
Central Academy High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Central Academy High School offer ?
Central Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Central Academy High School part of?
Central Academy High School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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