Below Average
#637 of 719 schools in ID
Mountain Home SR High School
High School · MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT
300 SOUTH 11TH EAST STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
894
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#637 of 719
In Mountain Home
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT
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About Mountain Home SR High School
Mountain Home SR High School is a public high school in Mountain Home, ID, part of MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT. Mountain Home SR High School serves approximately 894 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Home SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Mountain Home SR High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Mountain Home 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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Mountain Home SR High School — Students at Mountain Home SR High School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
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: 3.1/10.
How Mountain Home SR High School Compares
See how Mountain Home SR High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
300 SOUTH 11TH EAST STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain Home SR High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RIMROCK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 20.5 miles away, in nearby Bruneau), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENNS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Glenns Ferry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONSITE (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain Home, see our Mountain Home schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,769
Median Home Value
$283,600
Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Population
22,580
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
34
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| iSUCCEED VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL Boise, ID | 4.3 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL Nampa, ID | 4.6 |
| EMMETT HIGH SCHOOL Emmett, ID | 4.9 |
| HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Ammon, ID | 4.9 |
| JEROME HIGH SCHOOL Jerome, ID | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain Home SR High School
What grades does Mountain Home SR High School serve?
Mountain Home SR High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mountain Home SR High School?
Mountain Home SR High School has an enrollment of approximately 894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Home SR High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Home SR High School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountain Home SR High School rank in ID?
Mountain Home SR High School ranks #637 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Mountain Home SR High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountain Home SR High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Mountain Home SR High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Home SR High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mountain Home SR High School a charter school?
No, Mountain Home SR High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountain Home SR High School a Title I school?
No, Mountain Home SR High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountain Home SR High School?
42.8% of students at Mountain Home 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Elmore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (208) 587-2570
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,683
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,390
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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