Teton Middle School

Teton Middle School is a public middle school in Driggs, Idaho, serving 417 students in grades 6-8. The school's academic performance has been mixed, with its statewide ranking ranging from 55th out of 107 Idaho middle schools in 2022-2023 to as low as 157th out of 171 in 2011-2012.

Academically, Teton Middle School's proficiency rates in math and science are below the state averages, but its English language arts proficiency is higher. The school has also struggled with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 15% to 27.8% in recent years, which is significantly higher than the state and district averages. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, and its performance on assessments for subgroups, such as female, male, Hispanic, and low socioeconomic status students, is generally lower than the state and district averages.

Despite having a relatively low student-teacher ratio, Teton Middle School's per-student spending of $8,848 in 2018-2019 is a relevant data point that may warrant further investigation to understand the school's resource allocation and potential areas for improvement. Overall, the school faces a mix of academic, attendance, and equity challenges that require a comprehensive approach to address and improve student outcomes.