Serving 1,041 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,041 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.42. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 707 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
2%
1%
White
84%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #29 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
1,041 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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