Very Good
#16 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 18% of private schools
Gem State Adventist Academy
High School
16115 S MONTANA AVE, Caldwell, ID 83607
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Gem State Adventist Academy
Gem State Adventist Academy is a private high school in Caldwell, ID. Gem State Adventist Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gem State Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Gem State Adventist Academy 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Gem State Adventist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gem State Adventist Academy 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
BetaHow Gem State Adventist Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Caldwell, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gem State Adventist Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| CALDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| VALLIVUE ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY NAMPA | — |
| SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION | — |
| CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| VISION CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON CHARTER | 7.8 |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| NOTUS JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
16115 S MONTANA AVE, Caldwell, ID 83607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gem State Adventist Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VALLIVUE ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ELEVATE ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 4.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Caldwell, see our Caldwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLIVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY Caldwell | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| CENTRAL CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHARTER Caldwell | 2.0 mi | 3.5 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| LAKEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CALDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.6 mi | 3.2 |
| SYRINGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 3.6 mi | 3.0 |
| NAMPA CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Nampa | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| VALLIVUE ACADEMY Caldwell | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION Caldwell | 4.1 mi | — |
| CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 4.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY NAMPA Caldwell | 3.4 mi | — |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY Caldwell | 4.7 mi | 5.4 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON CHARTER Caldwell | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,170
Median Home Value
$385,100
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
33,804
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
35.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONSITE Mountain Home, ID | 7.4 |
| BINGHAM ACADEMY Blackfoot, ID | 7.5 |
| ALZAR SCHOOL Cascade, ID | 8.0 |
| SALMON RIVER JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Riggins, ID | 8.0 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Cambridge, ID | 6.2 |
| CAMAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Fairfield, ID | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gem State Adventist Academy
What grades does Gem State Adventist Academy serve?
Gem State Adventist Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gem State Adventist Academy?
Gem State Adventist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gem State Adventist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gem State Adventist Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gem State Adventist Academy rank in ID?
Gem State Adventist Academy ranks #16 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Gem State Adventist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gem State Adventist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gem State Adventist Academy a private school?
Yes, Gem State Adventist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Gem State Adventist Academy a religious school?
Gem State Adventist Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Canyon County
- Phone
- (208) 459-1627
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