Serving 273 students in grades 9-12, Soda Springs High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher 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 18:1 is higher 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 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soda Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Soda Springs High School's student population of 273 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Soda Springs High 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 Soda Springs High School is 0.13, 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
#187 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soda Springs High School's ranking?
Soda Springs High School is ranked #187 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Soda Springs High School often compared to?
Soda Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grace Jr/sr High School, North Gem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Soda Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Soda Springs High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Soda Springs High School?
273 students attend Soda Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Soda Springs High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soda Springs High School?
Soda Springs High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Soda Springs High School offer ?
Soda Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Soda Springs High School part of?
Soda Springs High School is part of Soda Springs Joint School District.
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