Summary:
The 83623 zip code is home to a single middle school, Glenns Ferry Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. This small school has consistently underperformed compared to the broader Glenns Ferry Joint District and the state of Idaho, ranking in the bottom quartile of Idaho middle schools.
Glenns Ferry Middle School's academic performance lags behind state averages across all subject areas and grade levels. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, the school's math proficiency rates ranged from 23.1% for 8th grade to 37.8% for 6th grade, compared to the state's proficiency rates of 41.3% to 43.7% for those same grade levels. Additionally, the school has a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 15.0%, which likely contributes to its overall academic challenges.
Despite the school's small student population of 84 and a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.4 to 1, it has not been able to translate these potential advantages into improved academic outcomes. The high rate of economic disadvantage, with over 52% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, may be a significant factor in the school's struggles. Addressing the root causes of Glenns Ferry Middle School's underperformance will likely require a comprehensive approach targeting instructional quality, student engagement, and support for economically disadvantaged students.
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