Gem Prep Online

Gem Prep Online

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
2750 E Gala St,  Meridian, ID
4.2
4.5
362 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Heather Mckenna
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
100%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
A+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
16
Full Time Teachers
16
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
550
Verbal
600
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
30.1%
State Average
20.3%
Science
21.6%
State Average
9.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
550:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
83.5%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
4.4%
Black
1.1%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#1 Best Public Online HS in Idaho
#10 Best Charter HS in Idaho
#10 Best Public HS Teachers in Idaho
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Boise State University 44 Students
University of Idaho 23 Students
Idaho State University 19 Students
Brigham Young University-Idaho 11 Students
University of Utah 10 Students
Brigham Young University 10 Students
College of Western Idaho 10 Students
Eastern Oregon University 10 Students
Northwest Nazarene University 10 Students
College of Southern Idaho 9 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 8 Students
Business 7 Students
Veterinary Sciences 6 Students
Psychology 5 Students
English 5 Students
Nursing 4 Students
Computer Science 4 Students
Dance 4 Students
Developmental and Child Psychology 4 Students
Accounting 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 52 Reviews
4.0 Junior
7/27/2025
Gem Prep Online is an amazing school. It is definitely a school for kids who will take charge of their own learning and stay on top of their school work. It's harder for elementary school kids and their parents because those kids are so little that the parents have to be the ones keeping them on top of schoolwork and holding them accountable. The parents of younger students also have to be like a second teacher to the kids which can be difficult for them. GPO lets kids take dual credit classes through IDLA and through colleges which helps students get a head start and that is amazing.
4.0 Senior
5/27/2025
I have had some great teachers and help when I as there but math was a big struggle. No one quite knew how to help me and so I had to re-take math over the summer last year and that teacher was very helpful and accommodating.
5.0 Junior
3/21/2023
I love Gem Prep Online! It allows me to be flexible with my schedule and still get a good quality education while staying at home.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 15 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/5/2025
As a parent of a special needs student at Gem Prep Online, I highly recommend this school, especially for students who struggle socially in traditional settings. The online environment reduces social pressure and offers greater flexibility throughout the day. It allows students to focus on learning...
5.0 teacher
11/5/2025
Gem prep online not only provides students with necessary education through their core subjects but also teaches them many important life skills. These include, but are not limited to, time management, effective communication, self-awareness, and discipline. Many families enjoy Gem Prep Online due t...
4.0 parent
11/5/2025
My children have been with Gem Prep Schools since 2018. They enjoy the self reglation and being able to set their own schedule that GPO has to offer.
5.0 student
10/8/2025
I knew I wanted to be a wildlife veterinarian at a young age, ever since I bottle-fed our baby goats and assisted the mothers in birthing. Animals are my passion, that was the easy part. The hard part was realizing that this profession required both a PhD and a DVM…another 13 years of schooling beyo...

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Gem Prep Online is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 2750 E Gala St in Meridian, ID. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 362 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Gem Prep Online has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average SAT score is 1150. The average home value in this area is $648,457. Discover additional schools in the area, like Gem Prep: Meridian South, Horizon Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Meridian has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Gem Prep Online.

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