Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Bear Lake 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 43% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 3% 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: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Lake Middle School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Lake Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Lake Middle School is 0.06, 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
#347 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
97%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Lake Middle School's ranking?
Bear Lake Middle School is ranked #347 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Bear Lake Middle School?
286 students attend Bear Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Bear Lake Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bear Lake Middle School?
Bear Lake Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bear Lake Middle School offer ?
Bear Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bear Lake Middle School part of?
Bear Lake Middle School is part of Bear Lake County School District.
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