Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson 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 18% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 552 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.53, which is more 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
#645 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
59%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
36%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #645 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Syringa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
552 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Jefferson Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Caldwell School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release (Events)
May 21, 2026 (Thursday)
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