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Compass Public Charter School

Q: Is Compass Public Charter School a good school?

Yes! Compass Public Charter School is one of the best alternative schools in the state. It ranks 12 th of 350 Idaho alternative schools.

Q: How many students attend Compass Public Charter School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 1,265 students attended Compass Public Charter School.

Q: What is the racial makeup of Compass Public Charter School?

Students at Compass Public Charter School are 78% White, 12% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 1% African American.

Public, Charter, Alternative Grades K-12

12^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 350 Idaho Alternative Schools

Better than 97% of Idaho alternative schools

Summary

Compass Public Charter School is a K-12 alternative public charter school in Meridian, Idaho, that serves approximately 1,265 students and operates as its own single-school district, Compass Public Charter School Inc. Despite the "alternative" designation, it is one of the strongest academic performers in the region, with 2025-2026 ISAT proficiency rates of 73.7% in math, 71.6% in science, and 80.9% in English language arts—far surpassing state averages of 43.1%, 42.7%, and 54.0%.

Among nearby schools, only the much smaller Gem Prep: Online School posts slightly higher scores, but Compass achieves nearly identical results with more than three times the enrollment and a more moderate 18.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio. The gap with other area alternatives is striking: Idaho Virtual Academy posts just 24.9% math proficiency, Idaho Arts Charter School posts 44.3%, and Project Impact STEM Academy posts 38.4%. Compass's strength is also consistent across every grade level and has been sustained over three years, with math and science scores steadily rising while ELA has stayed above 80%. High school End of Course results are particularly strong, including 78.2% math proficiency versus just 33.1% statewide.

Attendance and engagement are clear strengths: only 4.8% of Compass students were chronically absent in 2025-2026, compared to 13.8% statewide—a pattern that has held for five consecutive years. Graduation rates have generally been well above average, though one recent year dipped to 80.6% before rebounding to 100%. The school has also seen its share of economically disadvantaged students rise from roughly 15% to 24.6% in one year, yet academic scores continued to climb, suggesting resilience. Notably, Compass reported spending about $2,500 to $3,500 less per student than nearby charters like Gem Prep: Meridian, making it an unusually efficient high performer. Families seeking a large, comprehensive charter with top-tier academics and strong attendance should place Compass near the top of their list.

1,265

Students ?

18.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

$5,937

Per pupil spending ?

24.6%

Free/discounted lunch ?

4667 West Aviator Street
Meridian, ID 83642-1135

(208) 888-5847

District: Compass Public Charter School Inc.

Racial breakdown:

White:

78.2%

Hispanic:

11.8%

Two or more races:

5.1%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 100th percentile in 2018 → 97th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Idaho average (75% vs 47% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 3% of Idaho alternative schools

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school75%

District avg75%

Idaho avg47%

Elementary school

12^th of 350

Idaho public elementary schools ?

Top 3%▼ down 3 pts since 2016

From top 1% (2016) to top 3% (2026)

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★★★★★

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Middle school

6^th of 177

Idaho public middle schools ?

Top 3%▲ up 4 pts since 2024

From top 7% (2024) to top 3% (2026)

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★★★★★

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High school

4^th of 124

Idaho public high schools ?

Top 3%▲ up 1 pts since 2024

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★★★★★

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Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

Elementary school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2026	94.2	12 of 350	96.6%	★★★★★
2025	92.5	17 of 337	95.0%	★★★★★
2024	90.9	27 of 301	91.0%	★★★★★
2018	98.0	1 of 254	99.6%	★★★★★
2017	96.6	2 of 292	99.3%	★★★★★
2016	97.8	1 of 240	99.6%	★★★★★
2015	99.0	1 of 226	99.6%	★★★★★
2013	89.5	3 of 357	99.2%	★★★★★
2012	83.5	21 of 354	94.1%	★★★★★
2011	83.1	19 of 359	94.7%	★★★★★
2010	85.4	12 of 356	96.6%	★★★★★
2009	80.7	36 of 349	89.7%	★★★★☆
2008	85.4	11 of 335	96.7%	★★★★★

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	91.7	15 of 135	88.9%	★★★★☆

Middle school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2026	95.8	6 of 177	96.6%	★★★★★
2025	95.2	5 of 166	97.0%	★★★★★
2024	91.9	12 of 164	92.7%	★★★★★

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	93.0	4 of 72	94.4%	★★★★★

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	97.1	2 of 72	97.2%	★★★★★

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	93.0	6 of 81	92.6%	★★★★★

High school ranking

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2026	97.3	4 of 124	96.8%	★★★★★
2025	95.6	5 of 112	95.5%	★★★★★
2024	95.3	7 of 159	95.6%	★★★★★

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	95.8	3 of 66	95.5%	★★★★★

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	99.7	1 of 55	98.2%	★★★★★

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	99.9	1 of 35	97.1%	★★★★★

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	97.4	3 of 66	95.5%	★★★★★

Multi-racial

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	94.2	2 of 6	66.7%	★★★★☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Idaho percentile	Rating
2024	88.9	9 of 78	88.5%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Elementary school

White (2024)89th percentile~ school

Middle school

Male (2024)97th percentile+5 vs school

Female (2024)94th percentile~ school

White (2024)93rd percentile~ school

High school

Hispanic (2024)98th percentile+3 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2024)97th percentile~ school

Female (2024)95th percentile~ school

Male (2024)95th percentile~ school

White (2024)88th percentile-7 vs school

Multi-racial (2024)67th percentile-29 vs school

By subject vs Idaho (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts81%+27 vs state

Math74%+31 vs state

Science72%+29 vs state

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What people are saying

by a student
Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Compass has changed my life. I succeed in schoolwork. I understand it and the teachers care!! They are so invloved in my schoolwork that they've become apart of my personal life in some ways. I am so glad that compass is here. Close Quote

by a parent
Saturday, September 15, 2012

This is a school with a staff who care about their students education and progress. Instruction is intense preparing students for life. The philosophy of teach to the high and support the low challenges all students and encourages learning. The curriculum is intense and requires dedication from students and parents. This school is not for everyone, but this is the great thing about living in America, we have choice. Close Quote

by a parent
Saturday, July 9, 2011

Only straight A students should attend this school. No help or consideration for children that need help. As one of the professionals at BSU said "it's all about the numbers". Class sizes are 35 students to 1 teacher with no extra help for the teacher. Be very aware before letting your child attend this school. Close Quote

by a parent
Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Compass is a great place for my kids to learn. They use the Harbor method which gives students a low threat environment and accelerated learning opportunity. The staff are incredibly dedicated to the success of the students. The school administrator is the best I have ever dealt with. She holds the standards and keeps true to the Harbor method, yet takes the time to get to know every student in a personal way. This is an awesome school! Close Quote

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				ISAT Math (2026)								ISAT Science (2026)				ISAT English Language Arts (2026)								Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2021)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	ISAT Math 3rd Grade	ISAT Math 4th Grade	ISAT Math 5th Grade	ISAT Math 6th Grade	ISAT Math 7th Grade	ISAT Math 8th Grade	ISAT Math End of Course	ISAT Math All Grades	ISAT Science 5th Grade	ISAT Science 8th Grade	ISAT Science End of Course	ISAT Science All Grades	ISAT English Language Arts 3rd Grade	ISAT English Language Arts 4th Grade	ISAT English Language Arts 5th Grade	ISAT English Language Arts 6th Grade	ISAT English Language Arts 7th Grade	ISAT English Language Arts 8th Grade	ISAT English Language Arts End of Course	ISAT English Language Arts All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Compass Public Charter School	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	4667 West Aviator Street	Meridian	83642	Ada County	Compass Public Charter School Inc.	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 888-5847	1,265	68	18.6	12.4%	989 (78.2%)	14 (1.1%)	149 (11.8%)	43 (3.4%)	2 (0.2%)	3 (0.2%)	65 (5.1%)								(n/a)	73.6	81.1	72.5	73.7	71.7	67.8	78.2	73.7	65.7	73.0	80.0	71.6	75.2	78.4	76.1	85.1	83.3	83.5	87.3	80.9	$5,937	$683	$5,254
Project Impact Stem Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	1422 S Tech Lane	Meridian	83634	Ada County	Project Impact Stem Academy Inc.	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 576-4811	227	16	14.1	39.3%	192 (84.6%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (11.0%)	2 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (2.6%)	2 (0.9%)								(n/a)			37.5		37.5			38.4				34.4		50.0	50.0		43.8	50.0		49.3	$9,449	$577	$8,872
Wilder Academy Of Virtual Education	Public, Alternative	K-12	16231 North Brinson Street Su	Wilder	83676	Canyon County	Wilder District	No	(n/a)	(n/a)	(n/a)	(208) 337-7400	202	12	16.8		143 (70.8%)	1 (0.5%)	47 (23.3%)	4 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	7 (3.5%)								(n/a)		50.0			< 27%		< 18%	17.1			< 27%	22.9					< 31%	35.0	45.2	37.5
Gem Prep: Meridian North	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	5390 North McDermott Road	Meridian	83823	Latah County	Gem Prep: Meridian North LLC	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 917-9150	474	23	20.6		359 (75.7%)	5 (1.1%)	81 (17.1%)	6 (1.3%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (4.4%)								(n/a)	72.3	74.4	78.7	68.1	56.5	≥ 50%		66.3	68.8	≥ 58%			≥ 46%	79.1	76.6	72.3	82.2	73.5		73.4
Nampa Online Virtual Academy	Public, Alternative	PK, KG-12	3313 Parkridge Drive	Nampa	83687	Canyon County	Nampa School District	No	No	(n/a)	No	(208) 468-2808	298	17	17.1	30.7%	157 (52.7%)	0 (0.0%)	119 (39.9%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (1.3%)	17 (5.7%)								(n/a)			< 25%	< 20%	< 24%	< 21%	< 30%	11.8	< 27%	19.5	< 38%	< 22%			< 25%	19.4	28.0	34.2	< 53%	26.6
Gem Prep: Online School	Public, Charter, Alternative	PK, KG-12	2750 East Gala Street	Meridian	83642	Ada County	Gem Prep: Online LLC	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 672-1155	378	13	29.0	25.2%	305 (80.7%)	3 (0.8%)	51 (13.5%)	3 (0.8%)	2 (0.5%)	4 (1.1%)	10 (2.6%)								(n/a)		86.8	≥ 64%	77.1	81.8	68.1	66.7	76.0	67.9	74.5	80.0	74.3	61.5	≥ 84%	75.0	79.4	83.6	83.0	≥ 82%	82.7
Gem Prep: Meridian	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	2750 East Gala Street	Meridian	83823	Latah County	Gem Prep: Meridian LLC	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 917-9150	506	23	22.0	31.1%	380 (75.1%)	8 (1.6%)	80 (15.8%)	11 (2.2%)	3 (0.6%)	4 (0.8%)	20 (4.0%)								(n/a)	80.0	69.8	59.1	71.1	75.6	≥ 58%		69.7	≥ 52%	72.2		63.3	73.3	≥ 53%	65.9	73.3	87.8	75.0		72.8	$8,768	$937	$7,831
Idaho Virtual Academy	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	1965 South Eagle Road Suite 1	Meridian	83642	Ada County	Idaho Virtual Academy Inc.	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 322-3559	1,801	55	32.5	41.4%	1,331 (73.9%)	8 (0.4%)	326 (18.1%)	16 (0.9%)	12 (0.7%)	1 (0.1%)	107 (5.9%)								(n/a)	36.6	24.0	27.9	15.8	22.4	23.4	34.5	24.9	33.3	36.8	50.4	39.5	57.7	41.7	46.4	31.3	43.6	43.3	74.6	46.8	$8,430	$859	$7,571
Idaho Arts Charter School	Public, Charter, Alternative	PK, KG-12	1220 5th Street North	Nampa	83687	Canyon County	Idaho Arts Charter School Inc.	Yes	No	(n/a)	Yes	(208) 463-4324	1,395	72	19.3		882 (63.2%)	12 (0.9%)	414 (29.7%)	9 (0.6%)	3 (0.2%)	9 (0.6%)	66 (4.7%)								(n/a)	57.6	42.0	51.2	28.0	43.2	41.5	46.9	44.3	50.4	38.5	73.2	51.9	62.7	47.9	70.2	47.9	61.0	49.6	80.5	59.0
Gem Prep: Meridian South	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-11	1925 Lake Hazel Road	Meridian	83823	Latah County	Gem Prep: Meridian South LLC	Yes	(n/a)	(n/a)	(n/a)	(208) 332-6800	458	23	19.9		357 (77.9%)	1 (0.2%)	70 (15.3%)	7 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	22 (4.8%)								(n/a)	84.3	68.0	68.1	68.6	71.1	≥ 66%		72.0	60.4	≥ 64%		64.4	72.5	≥ 52%	66.0	80.4	82.2	82.1		73.1

Frequently Asked Questions about Compass Public Charter School

What is the racial makeup of Compass Public Charter School?

Students at Compass Public Charter School are 78% White, 12% Hispanic, 5% Two or more races, 3% Asian, 1% African American.

What district is Compass Public Charter School in?

Compass Public Charter School Inc.

How many students attend Compass Public Charter School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 1,265 students attended Compass Public Charter School.

Is Compass Public Charter School a good school?

Yes! Compass Public Charter School is one of the best alternative schools in the state. It ranks 12^th of 350 Idaho alternative schools.

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