Wallace Jr/sr High School

Wallace Jr/Sr High School is a regular public school located in Wallace, Idaho, in the heart of Shoshone County. Situated on Number 1 Miners' Alley, the school serves students from seventh through twelfth grade with an enrollment of 196 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, Wallace Jr/Sr High School provides a supportive learning environment.

The academic performance at Wallace Jr/Sr High School is reflective of the challenges faced by many rural schools. According to MySchoolScout's rating system, the school scores a 6.3 out of 10 and ranks 223rd out of 732 Idaho schools, placing it in the 70th percentile overall. In terms of specific subject areas, ELA/Reading proficiency stands at 52% while Math proficiency is 32%, indicating areas where additional support could be beneficial.

Wallace Jr/Sr High School is situated in a remote rural area with its own unique character and community spirit. Despite the challenges, the school continues to provide essential educational services to its students within this close-knit setting.

With an enrollment of 196 students, Wallace Jr/sr High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Wallace Jr/sr High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.