Serving 607 students in grades 7-9, Hillside Junior High 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 equal to the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Junior High School's student population of 607 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillside Junior High 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 Hillside Junior High School is 0.46, which is more 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
#273 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
12%
1%
White
72%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
8%
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 Hillside Junior High School's ranking?
Hillside Junior High School is ranked #273 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hillside Junior High School often compared to?
Hillside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverglen Jr High School, East Junior High School, North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Hillside Junior High School?
607 students attend Hillside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Hillside Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Junior High School?
Hillside Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillside Junior High School offer ?
Hillside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Hillside Junior High School part of?
Hillside Junior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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