Serving 11 students in grades 9-12, Wakapa Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 82% 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
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakapa Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Wakapa Academy's student population of 11 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wakapa Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakapa Academy is 0.30, 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
#536 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
18%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakapa Academy's ranking?
Wakapa Academy is ranked #536 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakapa Academy?
The graduation rate of Wakapa Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Wakapa Academy?
11 students attend Wakapa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wakapa Academy students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What grades does Wakapa Academy offer ?
Wakapa Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakapa Academy part of?
Wakapa Academy is part of Buhl Joint School District.
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