Serving 177 students in grades 6-8, Beutler Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Beutler Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Dayton, ID, covering approximately 156.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beutler Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beutler Middle School's student population of 177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
UNITY IS STRENGTH – UNITED WE STAND
School Rankings
Beutler Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beutler Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beutler Middle School's ranking?
Beutler Middle School is ranked #97 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Beutler Middle School?
177 students attend Beutler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Beutler Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beutler Middle School?
Beutler Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Beutler Middle School offer ?
Beutler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beutler Middle School part of?
Beutler Middle School is part of West Side Joint School District.
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