American Falls High School is a public secondary school located in American Falls, Idaho. It was established prior to 1909, and the most recent school building was completed in 2002 on the south west end of American Falls.
Serving 442 students in grades 9-12, American Falls High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
American Falls High School's student population of 442 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
American Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Falls High School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
54%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
43%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Oscar The Beaver
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Falls High School's ranking?
American Falls High School is ranked #629 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are American Falls High School often compared to?
American Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockland Public School, Highland High School, Century High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Falls High School?
The graduation rate of American Falls High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend American Falls High School?
442 students attend American Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of American Falls High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of American Falls High School?
American Falls High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Falls High School offer ?
American Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Falls High School part of?
American Falls High School is part of American Falls Joint School District.
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