Summary:
The Parma District in Idaho contains a single high school, Parma High School, which serves grades 9–12 with an enrollment of 305 students. Because it is the only high school in the district, its data mirrors the district-level figures, but comparisons to state averages provide useful context for parents.
Parma High School shows clear strengths in English Language Arts and science. In the 2024–2025 school year, ELA proficiency reached 82.9%, compared to just 53.9% statewide — a roughly 29-point advantage. Science proficiency was also above average, with 51.4% proficient versus 42.6% statewide. However, math remains the biggest concern. In the most recent End of Course exams, only 28.6% of students were proficient in math, compared to the state average of 33.1%. This persistent math gap across multiple reporting years is the most urgent academic challenge for the school.
Attendance is a notable bright spot, with a chronic absenteeism rate of just 7.0%, far better than the state's 13.8% and the district's 11.5%. Nearly half of students (46.56%) qualify for free or reduced lunch, yet the school still outperforms state averages in ELA and science. The school has received a 3-star rating in each of the last three years, with percentile ranks fluctuating from 56 to 67 to 52, reflecting the volatility that can come with a small student body. One caution: the reported graduation rate of 82.5% is identical for the school, district, and state, which is highly unusual and likely a data reporting artifact rather than a true figure. The Parma District itself holds a 4-star rating, though that reflects all schools in the district, not just the high school.
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