Serving 201 students in grades 7-8, Marsh Valley Middle 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Valley Middle School's student population of 201 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marsh Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Valley Middle School is 0.13, 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
#196 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
93%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
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 #196 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% ID state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% ID state average).
How many students attend Marsh Valley Middle School?
201 students attend Marsh Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marsh Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Valley Middle School?
Marsh Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than 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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