Serving 255 students in grades 6-12, Forrest M Bird Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forrest M Bird Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Forrest M Bird Charter School's student population of 255 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
We create innovative learning opportunities by fostering community, individuality, and imagination.
School Rankings
Forrest M Bird Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forrest M Bird Charter School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#410 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
80%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forrest M Bird Charter School's ranking?
Forrest M Bird Charter School is ranked #410 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Forrest M Bird Charter School often compared to?
Forrest M Bird Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandpoint High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Forrest M Bird Charter School?
The graduation rate of Forrest M Bird Charter School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Forrest M Bird Charter School?
255 students attend Forrest M Bird Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Forrest M Bird Charter School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forrest M Bird Charter School?
Forrest M Bird Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Forrest M Bird Charter School offer ?
Forrest M Bird Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Forrest M Bird Charter School part of?
Forrest M Bird Charter School is part of Sandpoint Charter School Inc. School District.
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