Canyon Springs High School is a high school in Caldwell, Idaho. It is operated by the Caldwell School District.
Serving 182 students in grades 9-12, Canyon Springs 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Canyon Springs High School's student population of 182 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Colors
Purple, Orange
School Rankings
Canyon Springs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Springs High School is 0.35, which is less 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
#701 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
18%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Springs High School's ranking?
Canyon Springs High School is ranked #701 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canyon Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Canyon Springs High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Canyon Springs High School?
182 students attend Canyon Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Canyon Springs High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Springs High School?
Canyon Springs High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Canyon Springs High School offer ?
Canyon Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canyon Springs High School part of?
Canyon Springs High School is part of Caldwell School District.
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