Jerome High School is a four-year public high school located in Jerome, Idaho, the only traditional high school operated by the Jerome Joint School District #261. The school colors are black and orange and the mascot is a tiger.
Serving 1,140 students in grades 9-12, Jerome High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerome High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jerome High School's student population of 1,140 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jerome High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerome High School is 0.51, which is more 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
#641 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
56%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
42%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerome High School's ranking?
Jerome High School is ranked #641 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jerome High School?
The graduation rate of Jerome High School is 79%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Jerome High School?
1,140 students attend Jerome High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jerome High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerome High School?
Jerome High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jerome High School offer ?
Jerome High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jerome High School part of?
Jerome High School is part of Jerome Joint School District.
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