Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, East Minico 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 21% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Minico Middle School serves the northeast part of Rupert, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 613.8 square miles, where students typically have a 20-30 minute drive to school and the farthest edge is about 41.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Minico Middle School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
483 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Minico 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 East Minico Middle School is 0.51, 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
#629 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
47%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
White
52%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Minico Middle School's ranking?
East Minico Middle School is ranked #629 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend East Minico Middle School?
483 students attend East Minico Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Minico Middle School students are White, 47% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Minico Middle School?
East Minico Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Minico Middle School offer ?
East Minico Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Minico Middle School part of?
East Minico Middle School is part of Minidoka County Joint School District.
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