Serving 546 students in grades 6-8, Emmett 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 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emmett Middle School's student population of 546 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Emmett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emmett Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emmett Middle School's ranking?
Emmett Middle School is ranked #586 out of 709 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Emmett Middle School?
546 students attend Emmett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Emmett Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emmett Middle School?
Emmett Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Emmett Middle School offer ?
Emmett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emmett Middle School part of?
Emmett Middle School is part of Emmett Independent School District.
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