Serving 302 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 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bear Lake Middle School's student population of 302 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge is Power.
School Rankings
Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Lake Middle School's ranking?
Bear Lake Middle School is ranked #319 out of 704 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Bear Lake Middle School?
302 students attend Bear Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bear Lake Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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