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#716 of 719 schools in ID

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative

High School · IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC.

675 SOUTH HASKETT STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647

Charter Virtual

Enrollment

154

Student-Teacher

25.7:1

Score

2.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#716 of 719

In Mountain Home

#11 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC.

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Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative

2.2/10

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

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About Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative is a public high school in Mountain Home, ID, part of IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC. Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts below district
  • This school 2.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.7
  • ID avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 154 students, Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative 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.

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative runs 25.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.66 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,948

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative — Students at Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
44.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative Compares

See how Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.2/10
1th percentile in ID
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

675 SOUTH HASKETT STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RIMROCK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Bruneau), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLENNS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Glenns Ferry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONSITE (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain Home, see our Mountain Home schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.5 mi
School Distance Rating
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - MONTESSORI Mountain Home 0.4 mi 7.3
CHILDREN S HOUSE MONTESSORI Mountain Home 0.5 mi
MOUNTAIN HOME JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.7 mi 5.3
MOUNTAIN HOME SR HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.7 mi 4.1
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.6 mi 5.0
BENNETT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.7 mi 6.0
HACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.8 mi 4.0
GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mountain Home 1.2 mi
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 1.3 mi 5.0
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 1.3 mi 3.2
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE Mountain Home 1.6 mi 4.5
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONSITE Mountain Home 1.6 mi 7.4
STEPHENSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home Afb 10.5 mi 5.6
BRUNEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruneau 18.7 mi 7.5
RIMROCK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Bruneau 21.2 mi 7.9
PRAIRIE ELEM/JR HIGH SCHOOL Prairie 25.8 mi
GLENNS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.2 mi 6.1
GLENNS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.2 mi 7.6
GLENNS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.2 mi 5.3
GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand View 23.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood 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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CASSIA JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Burley, ID 3.1
MOUNTAINVIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum, ID 3.3
CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell, ID 3.4
INDEPENDENCE ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID 3.5
LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 3.5
REBOUND SCHOOL OF OPPORTUNITY Meridian, ID 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative

What grades does Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative serve?

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative?

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative?

The student-teacher ratio at Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative is 25.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative rank in ID?

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative ranks #716 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative's MySchoolScout rating?

Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.2 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 Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative a charter school?

Yes, Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative a Title I school?

No, Richard Mckenna Charter School - Online Alternative is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
alternative
Setting
Distant Town
County
Elmore County
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

District

IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC.
District Enrollment
545
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,948
District Rank
#4 of 4

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