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#606 of 719 schools in ID

Caldwell Senior High School

High School · CALDWELL DISTRICT

3401 SOUTH INDIANA, Caldwell, ID 83605

Enrollment

1,394

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#606 of 719

In Caldwell

#18 of 26

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

CALDWELL DISTRICT

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4.4/10

High School in Caldwell · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Caldwell Senior High School

Caldwell Senior High School is a public high school in Caldwell, ID, part of CALDWELL DISTRICT. Caldwell Senior High School serves approximately 1,394 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Caldwell Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #606 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Caldwell Senior High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.9
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate74%
AP Participation11.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,104
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Caldwell Senior High School — Students at Caldwell Senior High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
46%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Caldwell Senior High School Compares

See how Caldwell Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in ID
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.1
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
11.2% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·50 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3401 SOUTH INDIANA, Caldwell, ID 83605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Caldwell Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GEM STATE ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALLIVUE ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caldwell, see our Caldwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHARTER Caldwell 0.5 mi 3.5
SYRINGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell 0.8 mi 5.2
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 0.8 mi 3.2
JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell 1.0 mi 4.3
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY Caldwell 1.3 mi 3.9
VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell 1.5 mi 5.5
WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 1.2 mi 3.8
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 1.5 mi 3.0
SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION Caldwell 1.8 mi
CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell 1.9 mi 3.4
CENTRAL CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 2.0 mi 7.2
VALLIVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell 2.3 mi 6.3
VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 2.4 mi 4.7
GEM STATE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Caldwell 2.4 mi 7.3
THOMAS JEFFERSON CHARTER Caldwell 2.1 mi 7.8
MOSAICS PUBLIC SCHOOL Caldwell 2.7 mi 7.2
ELEVATE ACADEMY Caldwell 2.6 mi 5.4
SUMMITVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell 2.4 mi 5.2
VALLIVUE ACADEMY Caldwell 2.1 mi 6.4
SACAJAWEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell 3.1 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,657

Median Home Value

$300,900

Median Rent

$973/mo

Population

41,155

College Educated

14.1%

Homeownership

67.2%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

31.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Caldwell Senior High School

What grades does Caldwell Senior High School serve?

Caldwell Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Caldwell Senior High School?

Caldwell Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,394 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Caldwell Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Caldwell Senior High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Caldwell Senior High School rank in ID?

Caldwell Senior High School ranks #606 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Caldwell Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Caldwell Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Caldwell Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Caldwell Senior High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Caldwell Senior High School a charter school?

No, Caldwell Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Caldwell Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Caldwell Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caldwell Senior High School?

76.3% of students at Caldwell Senior 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,394
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Canyon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%
4-Year Graduation
74.0%

District

CALDWELL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,394
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,104
District Rank
#3 of 10

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