COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL INC. school district, located in MERIDIAN, ID with about 556 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 26 teachers, COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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, located in Meridian, Idaho, is a K-12 educational institution committed to providing a rigorous, classical-style academic experience. The school emphasizes a curriculum centered on core knowledge, structured character development, and a strong partnership between faculty and families. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a disciplined environment, Compass aims to prepare students for college and future leadership roles, fostering an atmosphere where academic achievement is prioritized alongside the cultivation of personal integrity.

Beyond its academic focus, the school is known for its distinct mission to challenge students through a traditional liberal arts-based approach. The community at Compass is characterized by a high degree of parental involvement, which is a foundational element of its public charter status. With a culture that stresses individual accountability, critical thinking, and respectful citizenship, the school serves as a sought-after alternative to traditional district-run schools for families in the Treasure Valley seeking a more focused and intentional educational pathway.

For more information, contact COMPASS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL at (208) 855-2802 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.