Serving 345 students in grades 4-6, Filer Intermediate 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 42% (which is higher 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 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Filer Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Filer, ID, encompassing approximately 747.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 26.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 43.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Filer Intermediate School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Knowledge Is Power. Empower Our Students.
School Rankings
Filer Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Filer Intermediate School is 0.25, 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
#321 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Filer Intermediate School's ranking?
Filer Intermediate School is ranked #321 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Filer Intermediate School often compared to?
Filer Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Filer Elementary School, Filer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Filer Intermediate School?
345 students attend Filer Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Filer Intermediate School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Filer Intermediate School?
Filer Intermediate School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Filer Intermediate School offer ?
Filer Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Filer Intermediate School part of?
Filer Intermediate School is part of Filer School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My little girl ,well, she`s always wanted to be in this school ,so she went to this school in fourth grade ,but the problem now is that she wants to go next year, it`s still super good ,so FIVE STARS.
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