Serving 1,173 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Inspire Virtual Charter 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% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,173 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inspire Virtual Charter School's student population of 1,173 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Inspire Virtual Charter 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 Inspire Virtual Charter School is 0.41, 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
#346 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
75%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inspire Virtual Charter School's ranking?
Inspire Virtual Charter School is ranked #346 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Inspire Virtual Charter School often compared to?
Inspire Virtual Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idaho Virtual Academy, Gem Prep Online School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Inspire Virtual Charter School?
The graduation rate of Inspire Virtual Charter School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Inspire Virtual Charter School?
1,173 students attend Inspire Virtual Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Inspire Virtual Charter School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Inspire Virtual Charter School?
Inspire Virtual Charter School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Inspire Virtual Charter School offer ?
Inspire Virtual Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Inspire Virtual Charter School part of?
Inspire Virtual Charter School is part of Inspire Academics Inc. School District.
In what neighborhood is Inspire Virtual Charter School located?
Inspire Virtual Charter School is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 21 other public schools located in West Boise.
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