Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Preston Jr High 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% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Preston Jr High School's attendance zone covers the entire Preston school district, encompassing approximately 422.8 square miles. The zone extends up to 23.1 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes for families living within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Preston Jr High School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Preston Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston Jr High School is 0.27, 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
#344 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Unspecified
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston Jr High School's ranking?
Preston Jr High School is ranked #344 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Preston Jr High School often compared to?
Preston Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakwood Elementary School, Preston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Preston Jr High School?
540 students attend Preston Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Preston Jr High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston Jr High School?
Preston Jr High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Preston Jr High School offer ?
Preston Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Preston Jr High School part of?
Preston Jr High School is part of Preston Joint School District.
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