Serving 277 students in grades 6, Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks in the bottom 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade covers the entire Blackfoot, ID school district, encompassing approximately 483.5 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 28.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's student population of 277 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Making the Right Tracks
School Rankings
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is 0.58, which is more 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
#407 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
19%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, White, and Black
School Mascot
Bronco
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's ranking?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is ranked #407 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade often compared to?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Gradeis often viewed alongside schools like Wapello Elementary School, Groveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade?
277 students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offer ?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade part of?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is part of Blackfoot School District.
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