Serving 74 students in grades 6-12, Salmon River Jr/sr High School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salmon River Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Salmon River Jr/sr High School's student population of 74 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salmon River Jr/sr High School 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 Salmon River Jr/sr High School is 0.31, 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
#285 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salmon River Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Salmon River Jr/sr High School is ranked #285 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salmon River Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Salmon River Jr/sr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Salmon River Jr/sr High School?
74 students attend Salmon River Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Salmon River Jr/sr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Salmon River Jr/sr High School?
Salmon River Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Salmon River Jr/sr High School offer ?
Salmon River Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salmon River Jr/sr High School part of?
Salmon River Jr/sr High School is part of Salmon River Joint School District.
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