Serving 331 students in grades 6-8, Gooding Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gooding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Gooding Middle School's student population of 331 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gooding Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gooding Middle School is 0.51, which is more 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
#437 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
40%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
58%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gooding Middle School's ranking?
Gooding Middle School is ranked #437 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Gooding Middle School?
331 students attend Gooding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gooding Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gooding Middle School?
Gooding Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gooding Middle School offer ?
Gooding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Gooding Middle School part of?
Gooding Middle School is part of Gooding Joint School District.
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