Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Midvale 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midvale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midvale School's student population of 146 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To nurture growth in knowledge, skills, and character.
School Rankings
Midvale 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 Midvale School is 0.15, 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
#512 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Midvale School's ranking?
Midvale School is ranked #512 out of 704 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midvale School?
The graduation rate of Midvale School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Midvale School?
146 students attend Midvale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Midvale School students are White, 6% 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 Midvale School?
Midvale School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Midvale School offer ?
Midvale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Midvale School part of?
Midvale School is part of Midvale School District.
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