Skyview High School is a four-year public secondary school in Nampa, Idaho. Opened in 1996, it is the second of three traditional high schools operated by the Nampa School District #131. Skyview is on a block schedule, with students taking 4 classes on A day and 4 classes on B day.
Serving 1,127 students in grades 9-12, Skyview 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 19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Skyview High School's student population of 1,127 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student is fully engaged in extraordinary learning experiences, preparing for successful transition to the next stage of life.
School Rankings
Skyview 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 Skyview High School is 0.52, 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
#531 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
33%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
61%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyview High School's ranking?
Skyview High School is ranked #531 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Skyview High School often compared to?
Skyview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia High School, Nampa Senior High School, Vallivue High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyview High School?
The graduation rate of Skyview High School is 80%, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Skyview High School?
1,127 students attend Skyview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Skyview High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyview High School?
Skyview High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyview High School offer ?
Skyview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyview High School part of?
Skyview High School is part of Nampa School District.
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