Serving 166 students in grades 7-12, Council Jr/sr 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Council Jr/sr High School's student population of 166 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Council Jr/sr 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 Council Jr/sr High School is 0.15, 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
#590 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
92%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Council Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Council Jr/sr High School is ranked #590 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Council Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Council Jr/sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Council Jr/sr High School?
166 students attend Council Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Council Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 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 Council Jr/sr High School?
Council Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Council Jr/sr High School offer ?
Council Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Council Jr/sr High School part of?
Council Jr/sr High School is part of Council School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for Seniors/Kindergarten
May 15, 2025 (Thursday)
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