Serving 478 students in grades 6-8, Kimberly 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 25% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher 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 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimberly Middle School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kimberly 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 Kimberly Middle School is 0.28, which is less 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
#542 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kimberly Middle School's ranking?
Kimberly Middle School is ranked #542 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Kimberly Middle School often compared to?
Kimberly Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murtaugh Schools, Hansen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Kimberly Middle School?
478 students attend Kimberly Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Kimberly Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kimberly Middle School?
Kimberly Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kimberly Middle School offer ?
Kimberly Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Kimberly Middle School part of?
Kimberly Middle School is part of Kimberly School District.
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5 3/20/2020
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