Serving 237 students in grades 6-8, New Plymouth Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Plymouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Plymouth Middle School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth Middle School is 0.32, 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
#138 out of 709 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Plymouth Middle School's ranking?
New Plymouth Middle School is ranked #138 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend New Plymouth Middle School?
237 students attend New Plymouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of New Plymouth Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Plymouth Middle School?
New Plymouth Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does New Plymouth Middle School offer ?
New Plymouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is New Plymouth Middle School part of?
New Plymouth Middle School is part of New Plymouth School District.
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