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#4 of 82 private schools in ID

Top 4% of private schools

Alzar School

High School

1600 AIRPORT WAY, Cascade, ID 83611

Private

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

10th – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

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Alzar School

8.0/10

High School in Cascade · grades 10th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cascade Elementary School

6.9/10

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7.6/10

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About Alzar School

Alzar School is a private high school in Cascade, ID. Alzar School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 10th-11th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alzar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 82 private schools in ID.

How it compares1.9 pts above ID schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • ID avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, Alzar School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6:1 students to teachers, Alzar School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Alzar School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Alzar School compares to the 2 public schools in Cascade, ID

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
103
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.0
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81% vs 0%
Black 7.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.1% vs 0%
Alzar School Cascade Public Avg

All Schools in Cascade

School Rating
Alzar School (this school) 8.0
CASCADE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL 7.6
CASCADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in ID.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 42
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in ID

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.0%
Black 7.1%
Hispanic 7.1%
Two or More 4.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1600 AIRPORT WAY, Cascade, ID 83611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alzar School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MCCALL-DONNELLY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 29.1 miles away, in nearby Mccall), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CASCADE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COUNCIL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 26.6 miles away, in nearby Council), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cascade, see our Cascade schools guide .

Nearby Schools

18 within 34.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CASCADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cascade 2.4 mi 6.9
CASCADE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Cascade 2.4 mi 7.6
MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Donnelly 13.7 mi 5.8
DONNELLY ELEMENTARY Donnelly 16.9 mi 9.0
PROJECT PATCH SCHOOL Garden Valley 27.7 mi
PROJECT PATCH Garden Valley 27.7 mi
GARDEN VALLEY SCHOOL Garden Valley 27.7 mi 5.8
CRESTLINE ACADEMY Mccall 28.3 mi 3.8
BARBARA R MORGAN ELEMENTARY Mccall 28.4 mi 9.1
PAYETTE LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL Mccall 28.5 mi 9.2
OLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ola 25.6 mi
MCCALL-DONNELLY HIGH SCHOOL Mccall 29.1 mi 8.3
HEARTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Mccall 29.2 mi
THE NORTH FORK SCHOOL Mccall 29.6 mi
COUNCIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Council 26.6 mi 2.5
COUNCIL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Council 26.6 mi 6.0
MEADOWS VALLEY SCHOOL New Meadows 36.1 mi 7.5
LOWMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Garden Valley 34.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,750

Median Home Value

$405,100

Median Rent

$1,063/mo

Population

2,997

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

88.1%

Poverty Rate

12%

Median Age

56.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alzar School

What grades does Alzar School serve?

Alzar School serves students in grades 10th through 11th.

How many students attend Alzar School?

Alzar School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alzar School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alzar School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Alzar School rank in ID?

Alzar School ranks #4 of 82 private schools in ID.

What is Alzar School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alzar School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Alzar School a private school?

Yes, Alzar School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Alzar School a religious school?

No, Alzar School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
10th – 11th
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
33% M / 67% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Valley County

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