POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL

POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the POCATELLO DISTRICT school district, located in POCATELLO, ID with about 999 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 57 teachers, POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL, often referred to as "Poky High," is a historic institution located in the heart of Pocatello, Idaho. Established in 1892, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest high schools in the state and serves as a significant landmark in the community. The school’s architecture reflects its rich history, featuring a classic design that has been meticulously preserved and updated over the decades to continue serving the educational needs of the region's students.

Academically and culturally, the school is deeply integrated into the fabric of Pocatello. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic subjects, vocational training, and various extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics and performing arts. As a cornerstone of the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25, Pocatello High is known for its strong school spirit and tradition, fostering a sense of pride among its diverse student body, faculty, and alumni.

For more information, contact POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL at (208) 233-2056 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

325 NORTH ARTHUR AVENUE
POCATELLO, ID 83204-3101
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POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in POCATELLO, ID with about 999 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Idaho

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
POCATELLO DISTRICT
Total Students:
999
Teachers:
57.16
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 999 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending POCATELLO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 82% of the student body.

White
81.6%
Hispanic/Latino
12.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.9%
Two or more races
1.4%
Black or African American
1.0%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.