Serving 151 students in grades 4-12, Deary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Deary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deary 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 Deary School is 0.06, 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
#179 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
97%
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
29%
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 Deary School's ranking?
Deary School is ranked #179 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Deary School often compared to?
Deary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Troy Jr/sr High School, Moscow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deary School?
The graduation rate of Deary School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Deary School?
151 students attend Deary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Deary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deary School?
Deary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Deary School offer ?
Deary School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Deary School part of?
Deary School is part of Whitepine Joint School District.
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