Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, West Side Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Side Senior High School's student population of 261 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Mascot
Pirate
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
West Side Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Senior High School is 0.11, 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
#149 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 West Side Senior High School's ranking?
West Side Senior High School is ranked #149 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Side Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Side Senior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend West Side Senior High School?
261 students attend West Side Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Side Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Senior High School?
West Side Senior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Side Senior High School offer ?
West Side Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Senior High School part of?
West Side Senior High School is part of West Side Joint School District.
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