Serving 375 students in grades 5-8, Mccain 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 24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MC CAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire Payette school district, covering approximately 173.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest part of the zone located about 23.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccain Middle School's student population of 375 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Proud to be a Pirate!
School Rankings
Mccain Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccain Middle School is 0.51, which is more 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
#595 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
36%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccain Middle School's ranking?
Mccain Middle School is ranked #595 out of 704 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Mccain Middle School?
375 students attend Mccain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mccain Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccain Middle School?
Mccain Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mccain Middle School offer ?
Mccain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccain Middle School part of?
Mccain Middle School is part of Payette Joint School District.
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