Minidoka Junior High Alternative serves 34 students in grades 7-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Minidoka Junior High Alternative's student population of 34 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Minidoka Junior High Alternative is 0.55, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
53%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
41%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
26%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 08/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
34 students attend Minidoka Junior High Alternative.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Minidoka Junior High Alternative students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Minidoka Junior High Alternative offer ?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Minidoka Junior High Alternative part of?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative is part of Minidoka County Joint School District.
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