Serving 1,265 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Compass Public Charter School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Compass Public Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Compass Public Charter School's student population of 1,265 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Average Class Size
28 students
School Rankings
Compass Public Charter School ranks within the top 5% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Compass Public Charter School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#17 out of 704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
78%
72%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
80%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Compass Public Charter School`s Mission is to provide a safe and challenging learning community that prepares students for life long excellence through exceptional academics, character development, and the ability to define and defend a personal worldview. The philosophy of Compass is to foster a learning community built on relationships and trust where students feel physically and emotionally secure to pursue a challenging education and excel beyond expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compass Public Charter School's ranking?
Compass Public Charter School is ranked #17 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Compass Public Charter School often compared to?
Compass Public Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barbara Morgan Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compass Public Charter School?
The graduation rate of Compass Public Charter School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Compass Public Charter School?
1,265 students attend Compass Public Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Compass Public Charter School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Compass Public Charter School?
Compass Public Charter School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Compass Public Charter School offer ?
Compass Public Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Compass Public Charter School part of?
Compass Public Charter School is part of Compass Public Charter School Inc. School District.
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