Serving 256 students in grades 7-8, Filer 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 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Filer Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Filer school district, encompassing approximately 747.3 square miles in Filer, ID. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 26.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 42.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Filer Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Filer Middle 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 Middle School is 0.30, 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
#281 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
82%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Filer Middle School's ranking?
Filer Middle School is ranked #281 out of 704 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Filer Middle School?
256 students attend Filer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Filer Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Filer Middle School?
Filer Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Filer Middle School offer ?
Filer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Filer Middle School part of?
Filer Middle School is part of Filer School District.
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