Idaho

State K-12 public school system overview

Idaho operates a decentralized public education system serving 318,337 students across 191 school districts and 812 schools. The state employs 18,043 teachers, resulting in a student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 17.6 to 1, which aligns with national averages. The relatively high number of districts relative to student enrollment reflects Idaho's rural character and geographic dispersion across the state.

The student population in Idaho includes diverse learners, though specific demographic breakdowns were not provided in the available data. The state serves students across urban, suburban, and rural settings, with particular concentration in the Boise metropolitan area and scattered populations throughout more remote regions.

Academic outcomes in Idaho show performance variation by subject area. Reading proficiency stands at 51.5%, placing the state near national averages, while math proficiency is 41.6%, which is below typical state ranges. The graduation rate of 81.8% sits above the national average of approximately 89%, indicating that a notable proportion of students do not complete secondary education on the expected timeline. These metrics represent performance during the 2022-23 federal data collection period, with more recent state data from 2024-25 available for enrollment and structural information.

Idaho does not appear to have provided specific state accountability system details or assessment-specific notes in the available data. The state utilizes federal accountability frameworks under the Every Student Succeeds Act, but state-specific accountability measures, assessment names, or targeted improvement initiatives were not included in this summary dataset. Districts and schools operate under both state and federal oversight mechanisms for educational quality and student achievement.

This summary was generated by AI from public data sources. Last updated May 6, 2026.

This data is aggregated from state and federal public datasets. While we believe it is accurate, we always recommend confirming it on the corresponding state or federal site. See Data Notes for more.

Total Students

318K

Districts

191

Schools

812

Teachers

18.0K

Per-Pupil Spending

N/A

Total Budget

N/A

State Overview

Demographics

Free/Reduced Lunch
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English Language Learners
N/AThis data is either not available at a state or per-district level, or will be added in the future.
Students with Disabilities
N/AThis data is either not available at a state or per-district level, or will be added in the future.

Academic Performance

Math Proficiency
41.6%
Reading Proficiency
51.5%
Graduation Rate
81.8%

Finance Overview

Avg Per-Pupil Spending
N/AThis data is either not available at a state or per-district level, or will be added in the future.
Spending Range
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District Distribution

By Size

Large (10K+)
7
Medium (3K-10K)
18
Small (<3K)
162

By Location

City
7
Suburb
3
Town
3
Rural
174

Career & Technical Education

61,349 total CTE participants (2023-2024)

Secondary
Business
26,072
Hospitality
23,584
Marketing
16,437
Agriculture
16,184
Finance
16,176
Manufacturing
9,736
Transportation
7,902
Health
7,500
Top 3: Business, Hospitality, MarketingSource: U.S. Dept. of Education (Perkins V)

Idaho Report Card Data

Idaho Report Card Overview

2024-25 School Year
Idaho uses an indicator-based accountability system without summative ratings (no A-F grades). Schools are identified for support (CSI/TSI/ATSI) based on ESSA indicators including proficiency, growth, graduation rates, and chronic absenteeism.

ELA Proficiency Distribution (ISAT)

11
Very Low
<30%
6%
47
Low
30-45%
27%
49
Moderate
45-55%
28%
40
High
55-65%
23%
27
Very High
>65%
16%

Based on 174 districts with ELA proficiency data

Math Proficiency Distribution (ISAT)

24
Very Low
<25%
14%
32
Low
25-35%
19%
46
Moderate
35-45%
27%
39
High
45-55%
23%
29
Very High
>55%
17%

Based on 170 districts with Math proficiency data

Chronic Absenteeism Distribution

49
Low
<10%
32%
38
Moderate
10-15%
25%
32
Elevated
15-20%
21%
26
High
20-30%
17%
7
Very High
>30%
5%

Based on 152 districts with chronic absenteeism data (lower is better)

51.5%
Avg ELA Proficiency
41.6%
Avg Math Proficiency
41.8%
Avg Science Proficiency
14.7%
Avg Chronic Absenteeism
81.8%
Avg Graduation Rate
55.6%
Avg ELA Growth
50.1%
Avg Math Growth
187
Total Districts

Source: Idaho State Department of Education, Idaho Report Card, NCES CCD

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