Serving 225 students in grades 6-8, New Plymouth Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Plymouth Middle School serves the entire school district in New Plymouth, ID, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 172.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive, with the farthest distance from the school being about 16.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Plymouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Plymouth Middle School's student population of 225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Plymouth Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Plymouth Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#126 out of 704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Plymouth Middle School's ranking?
New Plymouth Middle School is ranked #126 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are New Plymouth Middle School often compared to?
New Plymouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fruitland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend New Plymouth Middle School?
225 students attend New Plymouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of New Plymouth Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Plymouth Middle School?
New Plymouth Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Plymouth Middle School offer ?
New Plymouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Plymouth Middle School part of?
New Plymouth Middle School is part of New Plymouth School District.
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