Marsh Valley Middle School

12805 South Old Highway 91
Arimo, ID 83214
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 192 students in grades 7-8, Marsh Valley 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50% in ID
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

School Overview

Marsh Valley Middle School's student population of 192 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
192 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Marsh Valley 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 Marsh Valley Middle School is 0.12, 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.
This School
State Level (ID)
#338 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
42%
50-54%
55%
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marsh Valley Middle School's ranking?
Marsh Valley Middle School is ranked #338 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Marsh Valley Middle School?
192 students attend Marsh Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marsh Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Valley Middle School?
Marsh Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marsh Valley Middle School offer ?
Marsh Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsh Valley Middle School part of?
Marsh Valley Middle School is part of Marsh Valley Joint School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 192 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education

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