Owyhee High School is a high school serving grades 9-12 located in Meridian, Idaho, United States. Opening in 2021, it is the newest of the six high schools within the West Ada School District, and serves the furthest west portions of Ada County, including parts of Meridian and Star.
Serving 1,812 students in grades 9-12, Owyhee High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,812 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 10% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owyhee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Owyhee High School's student population of 1,812 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,812 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
2021
Colors
Red, Grey
School Rankings
Owyhee High School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owyhee High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#173 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owyhee High School's ranking?
Owyhee High School is ranked #173 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owyhee High School?
The graduation rate of Owyhee High School is 94%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Owyhee High School?
1,812 students attend Owyhee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Owyhee High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owyhee High School?
Owyhee High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Owyhee High School offer ?
Owyhee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Owyhee High School part of?
Owyhee High School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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