Serving 561 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 45% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jenifer Junior High School serves the northern part of Lewiston, ID, covering an attendance zone of approximately 44.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jenifer Middle School's student population of 561 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
In collaboration with our community, we will empower students by providing an engaging and equitable education in a safe environment every day.
School Rankings
Jenifer 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 Jenifer Middle School is 0.29, 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
#237 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenifer Middle School's ranking?
Jenifer Middle School is ranked #237 out of 704 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
561 students attend Jenifer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jenifer Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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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