Serving 282 students in grades 6, Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade 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 37% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is 0.54, which is more 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
#472 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
63%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's ranking?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is ranked #472 out of 709 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade?
282 students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offer ?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade part of?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is part of Blackfoot School District.
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