Serving 594 students in grades 7-9, East Junior 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 68% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 594 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Junior High School's student population of 594 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
594 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Junior 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 East Junior High School is 0.38, 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
#94 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
78%
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
10%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Junior High School's ranking?
East Junior High School is ranked #94 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are East Junior High School often compared to?
East Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Les Bois 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend East Junior High School?
594 students attend East Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of East Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Junior High School?
East Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Junior High School offer ?
East Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is East Junior High School part of?
East Junior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is East Junior High School located?
East Junior High School is located in the Barber Valley neighborhood of Boise, ID.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
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