Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Vera C O'leary 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 15% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: VERA C O'LEARY JR HIGH SCHOOL serves the southeast part of Twin Falls, ID, covering an area of approximately 50.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vera C O'leary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vera C O'leary Middle School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vera C O'leary Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vera C O'leary Middle School is 0.26, 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
#163 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
13%
21%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vera C O'leary Middle School's ranking?
Vera C O'leary Middle School is ranked #163 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Vera C O'leary Middle School often compared to?
Vera C O'leary Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Stuart Middle School, Xavier Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Vera C O'leary Middle School?
758 students attend Vera C O'leary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Vera C O'leary Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vera C O'leary Middle School?
Vera C O'leary Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vera C O'leary Middle School offer ?
Vera C O'leary Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vera C O'leary Middle School part of?
Vera C O'leary Middle School is part of Twin Falls School District.
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