Serving 824 students in grades 6-8, Star Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Star Middle School's student population of 824 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Star Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#153 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Middle School's ranking?
Star Middle School is ranked #153 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Star Middle School?
824 students attend Star Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Star Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Middle School?
Star Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Middle School offer ?
Star Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Star Middle School part of?
Star Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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