Moscow High School is a four-year public high school in Moscow, Idaho, United States. The flagship school of the Moscow School District serves grades 9–12. Since 2013, Erik Perryman has served as principal. MHS colors are red, black, and white, and the mascot is a bear. The school district includes Moscow and Viola.
Serving 760 students in grades 9-12, Moscow High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moscow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moscow High School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1892
School Calendar
Campus Size
3.9 acres (1.6 ha)
School Rankings
Moscow High School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moscow High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#110 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
82%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Moscow Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moscow High School's ranking?
Moscow High School is ranked #110 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Moscow High School often compared to?
Moscow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paradise Creek Regional High School, Troy Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moscow High School?
The graduation rate of Moscow High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Moscow High School?
760 students attend Moscow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Moscow High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moscow High School?
Moscow High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moscow High School offer ?
Moscow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moscow High School part of?
Moscow High School is part of Moscow School District.
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