Serving 258 students in grades 5-6, Snake River Middle 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 42% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Snake River Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Blackfoot, ID school district, covering an area of approximately 724.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 32 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Snake River Middle School's student population of 258 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Snake River 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 Snake River Middle School is 0.25, 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
#246 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)20.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Snake River Middle School's ranking?
Snake River Middle School is ranked #246 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Snake River Middle School?
258 students attend Snake River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Snake River Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Snake River Middle School?
Snake River Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Snake River Middle School offer ?
Snake River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Snake River Middle School part of?
Snake River Middle School is part of Snake River School District.
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