Serving 467 students in grades 5-8, Fruitland 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 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruitland Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Fruitland school district, encompassing approximately 74.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fruitland Middle School's student population of 467 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Fruitland 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 Fruitland Middle School is 0.52, 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
#505 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2001–2025 (no data for 2014, 2015, 2018 and 2019)
Hispanic
32%
21%
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White
62%
72%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruitland Middle School's ranking?
Fruitland Middle School is ranked #505 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Fruitland Middle School often compared to?
Fruitland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Plymouth Middle School, Fruitland High School, Lone Star Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Fruitland Middle School?
467 students attend Fruitland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Fruitland Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruitland Middle School?
Fruitland Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fruitland Middle School offer ?
Fruitland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruitland Middle School part of?
Fruitland Middle School is part of Fruitland School District.
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