Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Sawtooth Middle 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 54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sawtooth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sawtooth Middle School's student population of 923 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sawtooth Middle 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 Sawtooth Middle School is 0.25, 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
#68 out of 707 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Sawtooth Middle School's ranking?
Sawtooth Middle School is ranked #68 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Sawtooth Middle School often compared to?
Sawtooth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Galileo Magnet School, Heritage Middle School, Meridian Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Sawtooth Middle School?
923 students attend Sawtooth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Sawtooth Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sawtooth Middle School?
Sawtooth Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sawtooth Middle School offer ?
Sawtooth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sawtooth Middle School part of?
Sawtooth Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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