WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL

WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the WALLACE DISTRICT school district, located in WALLACE, ID with about 233 students offering grade levels from 7th 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 20 teachers, WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL 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.

WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1 Miner Alley in the historic town of Wallace, Idaho, serves as a central educational hub for students in grades 7 through 12. Nestled in the heart of the Silver Valley, the school reflects the unique, rugged character of its surrounding mining community. It functions as a combined secondary institution, providing a continuous academic experience for adolescents as they transition from middle school through their final years of high school.

The school is deeply integrated into the culture of Wallace, often emphasizing a close-knit environment where faculty, students, and the local community work together to foster growth. As a smaller institution, it typically offers a personalized educational setting, focusing on core academic standards, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs that help prepare students for post-secondary life. Its location in one of Idaho’s most historic towns adds a distinct sense of heritage to the school’s identity, often highlighting regional pride and community resilience.

For more information, contact WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL at (208) 753-5315 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.