Serving 497 students in grades 7-9, Riverglen Jr High 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 35% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverglen Jr. High School serves the northwest part of Garden City, ID, covering an area of approximately 10.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverglen Jr High School's student population of 497 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow!
School Rankings
Riverglen Jr High 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 Riverglen Jr High School is 0.46, 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
#417 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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)23.9%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverglen Jr High School's ranking?
Riverglen Jr High School is ranked #417 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Riverglen Jr High School often compared to?
Riverglen Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Riverglen Jr High School?
497 students attend Riverglen Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Riverglen Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverglen Jr High School?
Riverglen Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverglen Jr High School offer ?
Riverglen Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverglen Jr High School part of?
Riverglen Jr High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverglen Jr High School located?
Riverglen Jr High School is located in the Northwest Boise City neighborhood of Garden City, ID. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Boise City.
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