COSSA ACADEMY

COSSA ACADEMY is a public high school that is part of the CANYON-OWYHEE SCHOOL SERVICE AGENCY (COSSA) school district, located in WILDER, ID with about 116 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 10 teachers, COSSA ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

COSSA ACADEMY, located in Wilder, Idaho, serves as a specialized educational institution operating under the Canyon-Owyhee School Service Agency (COSSA). The academy is designed to provide alternative educational pathways for students who may struggle in traditional school environments. By offering a smaller, more personalized setting, the school focuses on re-engaging students through individualized learning plans, flexible scheduling, and targeted support systems aimed at helping them overcome academic or personal barriers to graduation.

Beyond standard curriculum requirements, COSSA ACADEMY emphasizes practical skill development and career readiness. Because it is part of the larger COSSA consortium—which is renowned for its robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs—students at the academy often have the unique opportunity to integrate vocational training into their academic experience. This hybrid approach helps students bridge the gap between high school and the workforce or post-secondary education, fostering both academic success and long-term professional development in a supportive, community-focused atmosphere.

For more information, contact COSSA ACADEMY at (208) 482-7904 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.