RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE is a public charter high school that is part of the IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC. school district, located in MOUNTAIN HOME, ID with about 111 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 5 teachers, RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Richard McKenna Charter School (RMCS) – Online is a public charter school based in Mountain Home, Idaho, that offers a flexible, individualized approach to K-12 education. By leveraging a virtual learning environment, the school serves students across the state who may require a non-traditional setting, such as those seeking advanced pacing, credit recovery, or the ability to balance academics with personal commitments. The online program is designed to provide students with the independence to manage their own schedules while maintaining access to certified teachers and a structured curriculum.
The school emphasizes a project-based learning model and focuses on "self-directed" education, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning journey. Because it is a public charter, tuition is free, and the program is governed by its own board, allowing it to operate with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Whether for students who thrive outside of a brick-and-mortar classroom or those who need a more personalized educational plan, Richard McKenna’s online division provides a pathway to graduation that prioritizes flexibility and student autonomy.
For more information, contact RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE at (208) 580-2449 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SUITE 105
MOUNTAIN HOME, ID 83647-3375
(208) 580-2449
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE is a public Charter school in MOUNTAIN HOME, ID with about 111 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Idaho
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Idaho Public Charter School Commission - District:
- IDAHO VIRTUAL HIGH SCHOOL INC.
- Total Students:
- 111
- Teachers:
- 5.1
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Full Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 111 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.
- White
- 75.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.5%
- Two or more races
- 8.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.9%
- Female
- 59.5%
- Male
- 40.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.