Serving 43 students in grades 7-12, North Gem High School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Gem High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Gem High School's student population of 43 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Gem 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 North Gem High School is 0.08, 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
#291 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
74%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Gem High School's ranking?
North Gem High School is ranked #291 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are North Gem High School often compared to?
North Gem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Jr/sr High School, Soda Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Gem High School?
The graduation rate of North Gem High School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend North Gem High School?
43 students attend North Gem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Gem High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Gem High School?
North Gem High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Gem High School offer ?
North Gem High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Gem High School part of?
North Gem High School is part of North Gem School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Wrestling Practice
November 18, 2024 (Monday)
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