Serving 668 students in grades 6-9, Les Bois Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Les Bois Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Les Bois Junior High School's student population of 668 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Les Bois Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Les Bois Junior High School is 0.41, 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
#146 out of 709 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
76%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Les Bois Junior High School's ranking?
Les Bois Junior High School is ranked #146 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Les Bois Junior High School often compared to?
Les Bois Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Les Bois Junior High School?
668 students attend Les Bois Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Les Bois Junior High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Les Bois Junior High School?
Les Bois Junior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Les Bois Junior High School offer ?
Les Bois Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-9
What school district is Les Bois Junior High School part of?
Les Bois Junior High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Les Bois Junior High School located?
Les Bois Junior High School is located in the Southeast Boise neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 7 other public schools located in Southeast Boise.
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