Serving 540 students in grades 7-9, Riverglen Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverglen Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Riverglen Jr High School's student population of 540 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverglen Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverglen Jr High School is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
4%
1%
White
74%
74%
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
21%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverglen Jr High School's ranking?
Riverglen Jr High School is ranked #468 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Riverglen Jr High School often compared to?
Riverglen Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Riverglen Jr High School?
540 students attend Riverglen Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Riverglen Jr High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverglen Jr High School?
Riverglen Jr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverglen Jr High School offer ?
Riverglen Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9
What school district is Riverglen Jr High School part of?
Riverglen Jr High School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Riverglen Jr High School located?
Riverglen Jr High School is located in the Northwest Boise City neighborhood of Garden City, ID. There are 3 other public schools located in Northwest Boise City.
School Calendar
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Date
End of 4th Quarter - Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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