Serving 39 students in grades 9-12, Wakapa Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 <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 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakapa Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wakapa Academy's student population of 39 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wakapa Academy 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 Wakapa Academy is 0.55, which is more 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
#317 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
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
51%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakapa Academy's ranking?
Wakapa Academy is ranked #317 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
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 Wakapa Academy?
The graduation rate of Wakapa Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Wakapa Academy?
39 students attend Wakapa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wakapa Academy students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakapa Academy?
Wakapa Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wakapa Academy offer ?
Wakapa Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wakapa Academy part of?
Wakapa Academy is part of Buhl Joint School District.
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