COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH is a public charter high school that is part of the COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC. school district, located in MERIDIAN, ID with about 361 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 19 teachers, COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.
Compass Public Charter School (CPCS) in Meridian, Idaho, is a tuition-free, college-preparatory institution serving students in grades 6–12. The school is known for its rigorous academic environment and emphasis on cultivating a "community of scholars." By maintaining a smaller school setting, Compass aims to provide personalized instruction and foster strong relationships between faculty and students, ensuring that each individual is challenged to reach their highest potential in a supportive, focused atmosphere.
The school’s philosophy is deeply rooted in the "Compass Way," a set of core values that emphasizes character development, responsibility, and civic engagement alongside academic achievement. The curriculum is intentionally designed to prepare students for success in higher education, often offering a structured pathway that encourages critical thinking and mastery of core subjects. As a public charter school, it operates with a high degree of autonomy, allowing it to maintain specific educational standards and community-driven traditions that distinguish it from the traditional district school model.
For more information, contact COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH at (208) 888-5847 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MERIDIAN, ID 83642
(208) 888-5847
COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Charter school in MERIDIAN, ID with about 361 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Idaho
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Idaho Public Charter School Commission - District:
- COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
- Total Students:
- 361
- Teachers:
- 19.22
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not 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 361 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 83.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Asian
- 2.5%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.9%
- Male
- 52.1%
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.