Minidoka Junior High Alternative serves 39 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minidoka Junior High Alternative's student population of 39 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Minidoka Junior High Alternative is 0.55, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
19%
Black
n/a
1%
White
51%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
39 students attend Minidoka Junior High Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Minidoka Junior High Alternative students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minidoka Junior High Alternative offer ?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Minidoka Junior High Alternative part of?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative is part of Minidoka County Joint School District.
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