Serving 83 students in grades 7-8, West 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Jefferson Middle School's student population of 83 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West 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 West Jefferson Middle School is 0.47, which is more 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
#356 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Hispanic
36%
21%
White
64%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
West Jefferson Middle School is ranked #356 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend West Jefferson Middle School?
83 students attend West Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Jefferson Middle School students are White, and 36% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jefferson Middle School?
West Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Jefferson Middle School offer ?
West Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Jefferson Middle School part of?
West Jefferson Middle School is part of West Jefferson School District.
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