Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Jenifer 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenifer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jenifer Middle School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jenifer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenifer Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenifer Middle School's ranking?
Jenifer Middle School is ranked #285 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Jenifer Middle School often compared to?
Jenifer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sacajawea Middle School, Coeur D'alene Charter Academy 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 42% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Jenifer Middle School?
552 students attend Jenifer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jenifer Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenifer Middle School?
Jenifer Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jenifer Middle School offer ?
Jenifer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenifer Middle School part of?
Jenifer Middle School is part of Lewiston Independent School District.
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