Serving 895 students in grades 6-8, Star Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Star Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Star Middle School's student population of 895 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Star Middle 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 Star Middle School is 0.33, 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
#106 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
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
8%
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 Star Middle School's ranking?
Star Middle School is ranked #106 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Star Middle School often compared to?
Star Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middleton Middle School, Sage Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Star Middle School?
895 students attend Star Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Star Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Star Middle School?
Star Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Star Middle School offer ?
Star Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Star Middle School part of?
Star Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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