INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL

INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the KUNA JOINT DISTRICT school district, located in KUNA, ID with about 83 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL, located in Kuna, Idaho, serves as the district’s alternative high school, designed to provide a flexible and supportive educational environment for students who may struggle in a traditional classroom setting. The school focuses on personalized learning paths, offering smaller class sizes and individualized attention to help students overcome academic or personal challenges. By fostering a close-knit community, the faculty works to build strong relationships with students, encouraging them to take ownership of their education and progress toward graduation at their own pace.

Beyond traditional academics, the school emphasizes character development, credit recovery, and career readiness to ensure students are prepared for life after high school. Initial Point provides a unique structure that prioritizes student engagement and social-emotional well-being, aiming to remove barriers to success. Through its targeted approach, the school serves as a vital resource for the Kuna community, ensuring that all students have an equitable opportunity to earn their diplomas and pursue their long-term goals.

For more information, contact INITIAL POINT HIGH SCHOOL at (208) 955-0200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.