Challis Middle School serves 129 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Challis Middle School?
129 students attend Challis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Challis Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Challis Middle School?
Challis Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Challis Middle School offer ?
Challis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Challis Middle School part of?
Challis Middle School is part of Challis Joint School District.
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