Serving 677 students in grades 6-8, South 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 24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 37% 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: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 677 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South 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 South Middle School is 0.50, 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
#592 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
32%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
63%
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
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #592 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
677 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Middle School students are White, 32% 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 South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Nampa School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Middle School Open House for Incoming 6th Graders and New Students (Calendar)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Calendar)
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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