Serving 1,013 students in grades 6-8, Star Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Star Middle School's student population of 1,013 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,013 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Star Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Star Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#69 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
72%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Star Middle School's ranking?
Star Middle School is ranked #69 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Star Middle School?
1,013 students attend Star Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Star Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Star Middle School?
Star Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Middle School offer ?
Star Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Star Middle School part of?
Star Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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