Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Gooding Middle 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 33% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gooding Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gooding Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Perseverance, Integrity, Excellence
School Rankings
Gooding Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gooding Middle School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
41%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
54%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gooding Middle School's ranking?
Gooding Middle School is ranked #385 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Gooding Middle School?
287 students attend Gooding Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gooding Middle School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gooding Middle School?
Gooding Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gooding Middle School offer ?
Gooding Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gooding Middle School part of?
Gooding Middle School is part of Gooding Joint School District.
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