Serving 123 students in grades 6-8, Shoshone Middle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoshone Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Shoshone Middle School's student population of 123 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shoshone Middle 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 Shoshone Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#615 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
53%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
45%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoshone Middle School's ranking?
Shoshone Middle School is ranked #615 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Shoshone Middle School?
123 students attend Shoshone Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shoshone Middle School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoshone Middle School?
Shoshone Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shoshone Middle School offer ?
Shoshone Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shoshone Middle School part of?
Shoshone Middle School is part of Shoshone Joint School District.
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