Declo JR High School

Declo Jr High School serves 255 students in grades 6 through 8 in the small rural community of Declo, Idaho. With 13 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.6 to 1, allowing for reasonable class sizes in this middle school setting. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranking 97th out of 732 schools statewide, placing it in the 87th percentile among Idaho schools.

Students show steady achievement with 57% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 52% meet proficiency standards in Mathematics. The school's academic score of 8.3 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student learning during these crucial middle school years. Located on East Main Street in Declo, the school sits within a close-knit rural community in Cassia County.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects a working-class character, with a median household income of $59,414 and median home values of $283,800. With only 14% of residents holding bachelor's degrees and a low poverty rate of 5.6%, the community of 1,646 residents provides a stable, family-oriented environment where this small-town middle school can focus on preparing students for their high school years ahead.

Located in a rural area, Declo JR High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.