Serving 391 students in grades 7-8, Donald J Hobbs Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Donald J Hobbs Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Shelley, ID, encompassing approximately 137.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 20.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald J Hobbs Middle School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Donald J Hobbs Middle School 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 Donald J Hobbs Middle School is 0.28, 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
#444 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.3%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald J Hobbs Middle School's ranking?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School is ranked #444 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Donald J Hobbs Middle School?
391 students attend Donald J Hobbs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Donald J Hobbs Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Donald J Hobbs Middle School?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donald J Hobbs Middle School offer ?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donald J Hobbs Middle School part of?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School is part of Shelley Joint School District.
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