High Schools in Pocatello District

The Pocatello District in Idaho is home to 4 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. The data reveals a diverse landscape, with some schools performing exceptionally well and others facing significant challenges.

Century High School stands out as the top-performing school, ranking 32nd out of 159 Idaho high schools and earning a 4-star rating. It consistently outperforms the district and state averages in academic proficiency, with 77.8% proficiency in ELA and 54.6% in Science. In contrast, New Horizon High School struggles academically, with only 12.5% proficiency in ELA.

Graduation rates also vary, with Highland High School and Pocatello High School boasting high 4-year graduation rates of 92.4% and 91.4%, respectively, while New Horizon High School lags behind at 76.6%. The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic factors, as measured by free and reduced-price lunch rates, and academic performance, with schools serving a higher proportion of students from low-income families tending to have lower proficiency and graduation rates.