Serving 499 students in grades 7-8, Sandpoint Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandpoint Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandpoint Middle School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Sandpoint Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandpoint Middle School is 0.24, 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
#191 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandpoint Middle School's ranking?
Sandpoint Middle School is ranked #191 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Sandpoint Middle School often compared to?
Sandpoint Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandpoint High School, Forrest M Bird Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Sandpoint Middle School?
499 students attend Sandpoint Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Sandpoint Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandpoint Middle School?
Sandpoint Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandpoint Middle School offer ?
Sandpoint Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandpoint Middle School part of?
Sandpoint Middle School is part of Lake Pend Oreille School District.
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