Serving 737 students in grades 9-12, Emmett 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emmett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Emmett High School's student population of 737 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emmett 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 Emmett High School is 0.29, 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
#443 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Emmett High School is a high school in the town of Emmett, Idaho.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmett High School's ranking?
Emmett High School is ranked #443 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Emmett High School?
The graduation rate of Emmett High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Emmett High School?
737 students attend Emmett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Emmett High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmett High School?
Emmett High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emmett High School offer ?
Emmett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Emmett High School part of?
Emmett High School is part of Emmett Independent School District.
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