Serving 7 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Jerome Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in ID)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerome Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jerome Academy's student population of 7 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Jerome Academy is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
43%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
57%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
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 schools are Jerome Academy often compared to?
Jerome Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Vaughn Hugie Family Educational Center, Special Services Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Jerome Academy?
7 students attend Jerome Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jerome Academy students are White, and 43% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerome Academy?
Jerome Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jerome Academy offer ?
Jerome Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerome Academy part of?
Jerome Academy is part of Jerome Joint School District.
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