Serving 561 students in grades 7-9, Hillside Junior High 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 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to 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 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillside Junior High School's student population of 561 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
Ram PRIDE - Personal Responsibility in Daily Effort
School Rankings
Hillside Junior High 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 Hillside Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#374 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
7%
1%
White
78%
72%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Junior High School's ranking?
Hillside Junior High School is ranked #374 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hillside Junior High School often compared to?
Hillside Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverglen Jr High School, East Junior High School, North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hillside Junior High School?
561 students attend Hillside Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hillside Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Junior High School?
Hillside Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillside Junior High School offer ?
Hillside Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Junior High School part of?
Hillside Junior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - EARLY RELEASE K-12
August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
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