Serving 524 students in grades 7-8, Rocky Mountain Middle School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Mountain Middle School serves the northern part of Idaho Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 159.3 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Mountain Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rocky Mountain Middle 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 Rocky Mountain Middle School is 0.34, 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
#253 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
79%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Mountain Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Mountain Middle School is ranked #253 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Rocky Mountain Middle School often compared to?
Rocky Mountain Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandcreek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Rocky Mountain Middle School?
524 students attend Rocky Mountain Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rocky Mountain Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Mountain Middle School?
Rocky Mountain Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rocky Mountain Middle School offer ?
Rocky Mountain Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Mountain Middle School part of?
Rocky Mountain Middle School is part of Bonneville Joint School District.
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