Serving 572 students in grades 6-8, Alameda Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alameda Middle School serves the west part of Pocatello, ID, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 4.1 miles to the furthest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alameda Middle School's student population of 572 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Motto
Think MORE, Learn MORE, Be MORE Together
School Rankings
Alameda Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda Middle School is 0.44, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
73%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alameda Middle School's ranking?
Alameda Middle School is ranked #261 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Alameda Middle School often compared to?
Alameda Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Middle School, Hawthorne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Alameda Middle School?
572 students attend Alameda Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Alameda Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alameda Middle School?
Alameda Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alameda Middle School offer ?
Alameda Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alameda Middle School part of?
Alameda Middle School is part of Pocatello School District.
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