Serving 1,003 students in grades 6-8, Jerome 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 22% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerome Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jerome Middle School's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jerome Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerome Middle School is 0.51, 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
#599 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
57%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
41%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerome Middle School's ranking?
Jerome Middle School is ranked #599 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Jerome Middle School often compared to?
Jerome Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Academy, Horizon Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Jerome Middle School?
1,003 students attend Jerome Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jerome Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jerome Middle School?
Jerome Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jerome Middle School offer ?
Jerome Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jerome Middle School part of?
Jerome Middle School is part of Jerome Joint School District.
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