Serving 188 students in grades 7-8, Marsh Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Valley Middle School's student population of 188 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marsh Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Valley Middle School is 0.12, 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
#338 out of 709 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
94%
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
20%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsh Valley Middle School's ranking?
Marsh Valley Middle School is ranked #338 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Marsh Valley Middle School?
188 students attend Marsh Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marsh Valley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Valley Middle School?
Marsh Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marsh Valley Middle School offer ?
Marsh Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Marsh Valley Middle School part of?
Marsh Valley Middle School is part of Marsh Valley Joint School District.
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