Serving 145 students in grades 7-12, Idaho City High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idaho City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Idaho City High School's student population of 145 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
145 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Idaho City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Idaho City High School is 0.13, 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
#258 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idaho City High School's ranking?
Idaho City High School is ranked #258 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Idaho City High School often compared to?
Idaho City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden Valley School, Horseshoe Bend Middle/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Idaho City High School?
The graduation rate of Idaho City High School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Idaho City High School?
145 students attend Idaho City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Idaho City High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idaho City High School?
Idaho City High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Idaho City High School offer ?
Idaho City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Idaho City High School part of?
Idaho City High School is part of Basin School District.
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