Serving 655 students in grades 6-8, Syringa 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 18% (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 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Syringa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Syringa Middle School's student population of 655 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Syringa 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 Syringa Middle School is 0.52, 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
#617 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
61%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
34%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Syringa Middle School's ranking?
Syringa Middle School is ranked #617 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Syringa Middle School often compared to?
Syringa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% 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 Syringa Middle School?
655 students attend Syringa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Syringa Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Syringa Middle School?
Syringa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Syringa Middle School offer ?
Syringa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Syringa Middle School part of?
Syringa Middle School is part of Caldwell School District.
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Last Day of School (Events)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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