Serving 592 students in grades 6-8, Farnsworth 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 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Farnsworth Middle School's student population of 592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farnsworth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farnsworth Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsworth Middle School's ranking?
Farnsworth Middle School is ranked #294 out of 707 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Farnsworth Middle School?
592 students attend Farnsworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Farnsworth Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farnsworth Middle School?
Farnsworth Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farnsworth Middle School offer ?
Farnsworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Farnsworth Middle School part of?
Farnsworth Middle School is part of Jefferson County Joint School District.
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