Serving 279 students in grades 6-8, Declo Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Declo Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Declo Jr High School's student population of 279 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Declo Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Declo Jr High School is 0.32, 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
#126 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Declo Jr High School's ranking?
Declo Jr High School is ranked #126 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Declo Jr High School often compared to?
Declo Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakley Elementary School, White Pine Elementary School, Raft River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Declo Jr High School?
279 students attend Declo Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Declo Jr High School students are White, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Declo Jr High School?
Declo Jr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Declo Jr High School offer ?
Declo Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Declo Jr High School part of?
Declo Jr High School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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