Serving 650 students in grades 7-9, East Junior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Junior High School's student population of 650 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Junior High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 707 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
8%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
77%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Junior High School's ranking?
East Junior High School is ranked #66 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are East Junior High School often compared to?
East Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Les Bois Junior High School, Hillside Junior High School, North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend East Junior High School?
650 students attend East Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Junior High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Junior High School?
East Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Junior High School offer ?
East Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is East Junior High School part of?
East Junior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is East Junior High School located?
East Junior High School is located in the Barber Valley neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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