Serving 189 students in grades 6-8, St. Maries 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St Maries Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Saint Maries school district, covering approximately 494.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 12.3 miles and the furthest edge located about 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Maries Middle School's student population of 189 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
St. Maries 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 St. Maries Middle School is 0.24, 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
#374 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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)22.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Home of the Lumberjacks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Maries Middle School's ranking?
St. Maries Middle School is ranked #374 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend St. Maries Middle School?
189 students attend St. Maries Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of St. Maries Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Maries Middle School?
St. Maries Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. Maries Middle School offer ?
St. Maries Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Maries Middle School part of?
St. Maries Middle School is part of St Maries Joint School District.
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