Serving 174 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Nezperce School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nezperce School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Nezperce School's student population of 174 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today for Tomorrow's Challenges
School Rankings
Nezperce School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nezperce School is 0.22, 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
#146 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nighthawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nezperce School's ranking?
Nezperce School is ranked #146 out of 704 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 41% 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 Nezperce School?
The graduation rate of Nezperce School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Nezperce School?
174 students attend Nezperce School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nezperce School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nezperce School?
Nezperce School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nezperce School offer ?
Nezperce School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nezperce School part of?
Nezperce School is part of Nezperce Joint School District.
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