Cardinal Academy serves 53 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cardinal Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cardinal Academy's student population of 53 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
53 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cardinal Academy is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
6%
1%
White
68%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
80%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Cardinal Academy will provide an academic program in a supportive environment where students are prepared for parenthood, college, career and life. Cardinal Academy Public Charter High School is a high school and specialty program of opportunity focusing on pregnant and parenting teens and young adults, females and males, ages 14 to 21, grades 9 through 12. The school is founded by veteran academic and career counselor, Emily Bergstrom, and veteran educator, Deborah Hedden-Nicely, who have almost 30 years combined experience with pregnant and parenting teens and young adults in Boise. The founders will take a comprehensive approach of educating the whole person by providing students with a strong and relevant educational experienceandpartnering with The Salvation Army, Boise Corps and other community partners, to provide on-campus wrap-around services necessary to support pregnant and parenting students staying in school. This will enable students to continue to pursue the completion of a high school education through graduation and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Cardinal Academy?
The graduation rate of Cardinal Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Cardinal Academy?
53 students attend Cardinal Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cardinal Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cardinal Academy?
Cardinal Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cardinal Academy offer ?
Cardinal Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cardinal Academy part of?
Cardinal Academy is part of Cardinal Academy Incorporated School District.
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Academy located?
Cardinal Academy is located in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 20 other public schools located in West Boise.
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