At a glance
Reported students
560
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Idaho other enrollment
87th percentile
Compared with 75 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
560
American Heritage Charter School: 560 reported students.
State peer staffing position
66th percentile
19.6:1 reported; state peer median 15:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 486
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21.1:1
What the reported data says about American Heritage Charter School
American Heritage Charter School is a public combined / other school serving grades KG–12 in Idaho Falls. It is one of 1 current school records connected to American Heritage Charter School Inc.. NCES reports 560 students for 2024–25.
Among 75 combined / other schools in Idaho with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 207 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 87th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.6:1, above the Idaho median of 15:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (92%) and Hispanic or Latino (5.9%). English learners represent 0.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking American Heritage Charter School
- 1How do the reported 19.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 33%
- Lunch program
- Not reported
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White92%
- Hispanic5.9%
- Black0.9%
- Asian0.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial0.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near American Heritage Charter School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westside Elementary School Elementary · Idaho Falls District | KG–06 | 483 | 1 mi |
| 3B Juvenile Detention Center Other · Idaho Falls District | 04–12 | 9 | 5 mi |
| White Pine Charter School Other · Charter · White Pine Charter School Inc. | KG–12 | 651 | 6.5 mi |
| Elevate Academy East Idaho Other · Charter · Elevate Academy East Idaho LLC | 06–11 | 333 | 7.1 mi |
| Special Services Center Other · Bonneville Joint District | PK–12 | 36 | 7.6 mi |
| Taylors Crossing Charter School Other · Charter · Taylor's Crossing Public Charter School Inc. | KG–12 | 375 | 8.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about American Heritage Charter School
What grades does American Heritage Charter School serve?
American Heritage Charter School reports grades KG–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a school in American Heritage Charter School Inc..
How many students attend American Heritage Charter School?
American Heritage Charter School reported 560 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 87th percentile among 75 Idaho combined or other schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 486 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at American Heritage Charter School?
The calculated ratio is 19.6:1, based on 560 students and 28.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Idaho median for the same school level is 15:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is American Heritage Charter School a public, charter, or magnet school?
American Heritage Charter School is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of American Heritage Charter School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
33% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is American Heritage Charter School in?
American Heritage Charter School is part of American Heritage Charter School Inc., based in Idaho Falls, ID, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near American Heritage Charter School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Westside Elementary School (1 mi), 3B Juvenile Detention Center (5 mi), White Pine Charter School (6.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.