Best 83501 Idaho Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,113 students in 83501, ID.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83501, ID are Sacajawea Middle School and Jenifer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 83501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Idaho public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 83501, ID have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Idaho public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83501, ID Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sacajawea Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3610 12th Street
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Jenifer Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1213 16th Street
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Jcc - Lewiston
Alternative School
140 Southport Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 799-3332
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Region 2 Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
3317 12th Street
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3000
Gr: 3-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 83501, ID?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83501, ID include Sacajawea Middle School and Jenifer Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 83501?
4 public middle schools are located in 83501.
What is the racial composition of students in 83501?
83501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

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