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Xavier Charter School

Charter | K-12 | 665 students

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4 stars

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2013:
Based on 3 ratings
2012:
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2011:
Based on 2 ratings
2010:
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Posted March 14, 2013

Xavier Charter School is a great place for high achieving elementary students. It is currently a poor choice for secondary education. Electives are extremely limited and even some core classes (math and sciences) are not offered due to the small size of the secondary program. The higher course requirements, harsher grading system, and limited courses offered at Xavier cause Xavier students to have reduced chances of being admitted to more challenging universities and of obtaining scholarships. There are very few extracurricular clubs. The staff, while very dedicated, are over worked and stretched too thin to be able to do a great job at everything and so some very important things fall through the cracks. Secondary students are also stifled by the small faculty as they have the same teachers for 3-6 years in a row, limiting students' exposure to varying ideas, personalities, expectations, and teaching methods. This also gives teachers tremendous opportunity to indoctrinate students with their own personal agendas. There are some advantages of attending a small school. There are some wonderful things about Xavier's secondary program, but it also leaves much to be desired.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 20, 2013

We have a good local public school system, but we wanted a school with a more challenging curriculum and a more robust arts program. At the same time, we are a young family that doesn't have the money to spend on a private school. Xavier has been a perfect fit for us. It has a great staff, an innovative leadership structure, and most of all a set of dedicated, talented teachers. I especially love the community feeling of the school. Perhaps the best thing I can say about Xavier was summarized by a student I know that went back into the public school system, then came back to Xavier. In the larger public school system, he was criticized and ridiculed for asking the teacher follow-up questions that "wouldn't be on the test." At Xavier, he said it is "cool" to want to learn new things, and there is an excitement about knowledge that is contagious. We can't say enough good things about the education our kids get there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 25, 2013

For my daughter in the older elementary grade level Xavier wasn t a bad option. There is a very high expectation for behavior which is understandable when you have the classical curriculum. However there is little tolerance for kids who learn kinesthetically. My other issue with Xavier is their special ed program leaves something to be desired. Last spring, I inquired about my daughter (who is non-verbal autistic, no behavior issues) attending kindergarten. The special ed director at the time seemed very positive until I mentioned my daughter was non-verbal. I was then referred to our local school district. Upon hearing a change in directors, I again inquired via email about potentially having my daughter attend Xavier. After three days, I received a four paragraph response in legal-ease informing me of what my daughter is entitled to under federal law. I then asked if it would be possible to observe their current program in action but was extremely put off when I was told IF it were possible, I would need to arrange it myself with the head of schools. All that being said, Xavier really is a good option if your child has an auditory learning style and no mental disabilities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 16, 2011

Xavier Charter is an extraordinary school, with a fantastic teaching staff. Three of my children attended Xavier in grade levels ranging from 2nd -8th grade. Teaching dance is a brilliant step for fostering the social skills of children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2011

I am very pleased with my daughter's education she is receiving from Xavier Charter school. They focus on a classical education, and she is far more advanced than other children her age who are attending other elementary schools in the Twin Falls School District. The staff and other students focus on respect and positive behavior. The only downside has been the turnover the school has had with their principal(s), but we have not seen any impact of this issue in regards to our daughter's education.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 74% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
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Math

The state average for Math was 89% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
91%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 89% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 81% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 87% in 2011.

65 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 79% in 2011.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 88% in 2011.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 67% in 2011.

63 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 75% in 2011.

59 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

59 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 88% in 2011.

59 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 74% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 75% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 88% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 57% in 2011.

55 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
58%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 71% in 2011.

64 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
70%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2011.

64 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
68%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 93% in 2011.

64 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 63% in 2011.

30 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
78%
Math

The state average for Math was 70% in 2011.

30 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
64%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 81% in 2011.

30 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
86%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

The state average for Language Usage was 73% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
n/a
Reading

The state average for Reading was 87% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
100%

2008

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 69% in 2011.

39 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students78%
Female81%
Male76%
White79%
Economically disadvantaged55%
Title I36%
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students89%
Female96%
Male83%
White89%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title I57%
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students91%
Female96%
Male86%
White91%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title I64%
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students83%
Female88%
Male73%
White84%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Title I46%
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students80%
Female79%
Male82%
White83%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Title I18%
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students88%
Female91%
Male82%
White88%
Economically disadvantaged73%
Title I73%
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students78%
Female91%
Male62%
White81%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students75%
Female82%
Male66%
White78%
Economically disadvantaged63%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students91%
Female94%
Male86%
White91%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Science

All Students57%
Female59%
Male55%
White59%
Economically disadvantaged44%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students85%
Female85%
Male84%
White88%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students85%
Female85%
Male84%
White88%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students93%
Female91%
Male96%
White94%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students93%
Female97%
Male86%
White92%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students84%
Female85%
Male82%
White81%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students95%
Female94%
Male96%
White94%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Science

All Students64%
Female67%
Male59%
White63%
Economically disadvantaged59%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students89%
Female90%
Male87%
Hispanicn/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students83%
Female78%
Male91%
Hispanicn/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students97%
Female95%
Male100%
Hispanicn/a
White98%
Economically disadvantaged96%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students80%
Female84%
Male73%
Hispanicn/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students80%
Female79%
Male82%
Hispanicn/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students87%
Female100%
Male64%
Hispanicn/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged75%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

Language Usage

All Students85%
Female85%
Male85%
Hispanicn/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Math

All Students80%
Female77%
Male85%
Hispanicn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Reading

All Students92%
Female96%
Male85%
Hispanicn/a
White94%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a

Science

All Students80%
Female77%
Male85%
White79%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Title In/a
Special educationn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Idaho used the Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and language usage, and in grades 5, 7 and 10 in science. The scores from the spring administration are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The grade 10 ISAT is a high school graduation requirement. The ISAT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering the specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Idaho. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the Idaho Department of Education. If there are fewer than 11 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Idaho's state standards

Source: Idaho State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 91% 81%
Hispanic 5% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 2%
Black 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 0%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 20N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1218 North College Road W
Twin Falls, ID 83301
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Phone: (208) 734-3947

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