Original Gangster's Basic Academy of Delinquency is a non-profit youth services agency.
Our mission is to provide targeted youth who are prone to gang involvement with alternatives to a gang lifestyle.
We fulfill this mission through an education program, job skills training and supervised recreational activities for high risk youth.
Our strategies are consistent with the three-pronged, balanced approach of the Idaho State Department of Juvenile Corrections.
The balanced approach emphasizes skill-building, accountability and protection of society.
The strength of our program, now in its sixth year of operations, is in providing skill-building activities while holding youth accountable for continuing their education and contributing back to the community.
Ultimately, our program helps protect our community by diverting youth from gang activity.
To successfully address gang issues in our community requires this comprehensive, balanced approach.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Original Gangster's Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 15%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Original Gangster's Academy often compared to?
Original Gangster's Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Project Patch School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Original Gangster's Academy?
The application deadline for Original Gangster's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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