Below Average
#582 of 719 schools in ID
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School
High School · EMMETT INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
400 SOUTH PINE STREET SUITE #2, Emmett, ID 83617
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#582 of 719
In Emmett
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
EMMETT INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Black Canyon Jr/sr High School
High School in Emmett · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Black Canyon Jr/sr High School
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School is a public high school in Emmett, ID, part of EMMETT INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Black Canyon Jr/sr High School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Black Canyon Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Black Canyon Jr/sr High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Black Canyon Jr/sr High 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.
Test scores at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Black Canyon Jr/sr High School — Students at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Black Canyon Jr/sr High School Compares
See how Black Canyon Jr/sr High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 SOUTH PINE STREET SUITE #2, Emmett, ID 83617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Black Canyon Jr/sr High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Eagle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EMMETT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Emmett, see our Emmett schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUTTE VIEW SCHOOL Emmett | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| KENNETH J CARBERRY ELEMENTARY Emmett | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| EMMETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Emmett | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| EMMETT HIGH SCHOOL Emmett | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| PAYETTE RIVER TECHNICAL ACADEMY Emmett | 1.4 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Emmett | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NOVITAS ACADEMY Emmett | 2.8 mi | — |
| CHERRY GULCH Emmett | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| SHADOW BUTTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Emmett | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
| STAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Star | 11.1 mi | 7.6 |
| STAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Star | 12.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LITTLE MIRACLES Star | 12.2 mi | — |
| SWEET MONTOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sweet | 9.8 mi | 8.9 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Eagle | 12.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY Eagle | 12.1 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTH STAR CHARTER SCHOOL Eagle | 12.4 mi | 8.5 |
| GALILEO STEM ACADEMY Eagle | 12.5 mi | 8.4 |
| EAGLE HIGH SCHOOL Eagle | 12.6 mi | 7.1 |
| EAGLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Eagle | 12.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MIDDLETON MILL CREEK ELEMENTARY Middleton | 12.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,566
Median Home Value
$364,200
Median Rent
$873/mo
Population
17,333
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Black Canyon Jr/sr High School
What grades does Black Canyon Jr/sr High School serve?
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Black Canyon Jr/sr High School?
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Black Canyon Jr/sr High School rank in ID?
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School ranks #582 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Black Canyon Jr/sr High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Black Canyon Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Black Canyon Jr/sr High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Black Canyon Jr/sr High School a charter school?
No, Black Canyon Jr/sr High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Black Canyon Jr/sr High School a Title I school?
No, Black Canyon Jr/sr High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Black Canyon Jr/sr High School?
60.2% of students at Black Canyon Jr/sr High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Gem County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (208) 365-5552
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
EMMETT INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,566
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,086
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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