Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.35, which is less 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
#43 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
73%
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
10%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #43 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawtooth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
1,035 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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