Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gem Prep Pocatello School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gem Prep Pocatello School's student population of 464 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Gem Prep Pocatello School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gem Prep Pocatello School is 0.46, which is more 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
#347 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
72%
73%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
49%
25%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gem Prep Pocatello School's ranking?
Gem Prep Pocatello School is ranked #347 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Gem Prep Pocatello School?
464 students attend Gem Prep Pocatello School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gem Prep Pocatello School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gem Prep Pocatello School?
Gem Prep Pocatello School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gem Prep Pocatello School offer ?
Gem Prep Pocatello School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gem Prep Pocatello School part of?
Gem Prep Pocatello School is part of Gem Preparatory: Pocatello LLC School District.
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