Serving 886 students in grades 6-8, Sage Valley 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 36% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sage Valley Middle School serves the northeast part of Nampa, ID, covering an area of approximately 38.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sage Valley Middle School's student population of 886 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sage Valley 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 Sage Valley Middle School is 0.54, 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
#321 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sage Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sage Valley Middle School is ranked #321 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Sage Valley Middle School often compared to?
Sage Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vallivue Middle School, Star Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Sage Valley Middle School?
886 students attend Sage Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sage Valley Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sage Valley Middle School?
Sage Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sage Valley Middle School offer ?
Sage Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sage Valley Middle School part of?
Sage Valley Middle School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
View the Sage Valley Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (No Staff or Students)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No Staff or Students/Do Closed)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
LAST DAY-Early Release at 1:10p
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
I am going into 8th grade in the fall and have been at Sage Valley since 6th grade. Ever since walking in, this school has been a place that I enjoy coming to each day. The teachers and staff are supportive and life-giving in the sense that they strive to help students even outside of their academics. The coaches are also wonderful and their teams are very successful. The teachers are mentors and true role models. Sage Valley is also 1 out of 2 AVID demonstration schools in the whole state of Idaho. AVID is a program where students are taught about organization, college and career prep, and the options available to them along with many other things. While I did have a teacher who was unreasonable and untrustful all of the other teachers that I have had were amazing. I am truly looking forward to another year at Sage Valley and I will regret leaving. For any student looking for an amazing selection of supportive teachers, Sage Valley is the perfect fit!
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