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Wakapa Academy
High School · BUHL JOINT DISTRICT
525 SAWTOOTH AVENUE, Buhl, ID 83316
Enrollment
14
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
14
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Wakapa Academy
Wakapa Academy is a public high school in Buhl, ID, part of BUHL JOINT DISTRICT. Wakapa Academy serves approximately 14 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Wakapa Academy show 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 14 students, Wakapa 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.
Wakapa Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
71% of students at Wakapa Academy 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 525 SAWTOOTH AVENUE, Buhl, ID 83316
- Phone
- (208) 329-7000
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
525 SAWTOOTH AVENUE, Buhl, ID 83316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wakapa Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WENDELL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Wendell). Another option is FILER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Filer). Additionally, BUHL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away). For more schools in Buhl, see our Buhl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL Buhl | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buhl | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| BUHL HIGH SCHOOL Buhl | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| CLEAR LAKES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buhl | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DEEP CREEK MENNONITE SCHOOL Buhl | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CLOVER TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buhl | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CASTLEFORD SCHOOL Castleford | 8.4 mi | 7.0 |
| FILER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Filer | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| FILER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Filer | 7.8 mi | 3.8 |
| FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL Filer | 8.3 mi | 5.4 |
| FILER HIGH SCHOOL Filer | 8.7 mi | 6.8 |
| WENDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wendell | 12.1 mi | 3.6 |
| WENDELL HIGH SCHOOL Wendell | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WENDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Wendell | 12.3 mi | 4.2 |
| XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL Twin Falls | 12.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HAGERMAN SCHOOL Hagerman | 16.2 mi | 8.3 |
| HAGERMAN VIRTUAL SCHOOL Hagerman | 16.3 mi | 1.9 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY Twin Falls | 13.2 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLTOP SDA SCHOOL Twin Falls | 13.6 mi | — |
| JEROME MIDDLE SCHOOL Jerome | 14.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,378
Median Home Value
$248,100
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
10,075
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
40.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADA COUNTY JUVENILE CENTER Boise, ID | — |
| CORNERSTONE HIGH SCHOOL Hazelton, ID | — |
| FIVE-COUNTY DETENTION CENTER St. Anthony, ID | — |
| FRUITLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fruitland, ID | — |
| INDIANHEAD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Weiser, ID | — |
| MIDVALE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Midvale, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wakapa Academy
What grades does Wakapa Academy serve?
Wakapa Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wakapa Academy?
Wakapa Academy has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What are the test scores at Wakapa Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wakapa Academy has 25% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).
Is Wakapa Academy a charter school?
No, Wakapa Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wakapa Academy a Title I school?
No, Wakapa Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wakapa Academy?
35.7% of students at Wakapa Academy 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
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Twin Falls County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.4%
- Phone
- (208) 329-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
BUHL JOINT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,220
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,800
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