Serving 140 students in grades 4-8, Kamiah 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kamiah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kamiah Middle School's student population of 140 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kamiah Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kamiah Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#490 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
63%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 Kamiah Middle School's ranking?
Kamiah Middle School is ranked #490 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kamiah Middle School?
140 students attend Kamiah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Kamiah Middle School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kamiah Middle School?
Kamiah Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kamiah Middle School offer ?
Kamiah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kamiah Middle School part of?
Kamiah Middle School is part of Kamiah Joint School District.
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