Serving 287 students in grades 6-12, Venture Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Venture Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Venture Academy's student population of 287 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Engage, Encourage, Excel
School Rankings
Venture Academy 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 Venture Academy is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#692 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Venture Academy's ranking?
Venture Academy is ranked #692 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Venture Academy often compared to?
Venture Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Coeur D'alene High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Venture Academy?
The graduation rate of Venture Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Venture Academy?
287 students attend Venture Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Venture Academy students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Venture Academy?
Venture Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Venture Academy offer ?
Venture Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Venture Academy part of?
Venture Academy is part of Coeur D'alene School District.
School Reviews
5 2/7/2022
I went to Venture High school from 2014 - to 2018. This was the best school I ever went to. The chart/data does not accurately reflect the experience of the students there. I know I can't speak for everyone, but for me, it felt like this school was a family. The teachers are amazing and I had so many favorites. I honestly love Venture and I hope to visit soon.
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