Council High School is a junior and senior high school in Council, Idaho, United States. It is a part of Council School District.
Serving 122 students in grades 7-12, Council Jr/sr 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Council Jr/sr High School's student population of 122 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Council Jr/sr 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 Council Jr/sr High School is 0.12, 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
#615 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lumberjacks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Council Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Council Jr/sr High School is ranked #615 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Council Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Council Jr/sr High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Council Jr/sr High School?
122 students attend Council Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Council Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Council Jr/sr High School?
Council Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Council Jr/sr High School offer ?
Council Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Council Jr/sr High School part of?
Council Jr/sr High School is part of Council School District.
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