Very Good
#105 of 719 schools in ID
Top 15% in state
East Junior High School
Middle School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
5600 EAST WARM SPRINGS AVENUE, Boise, ID 83716
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
594
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 9th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Boise
#18 of 71
public schools
Idaho middle schools
#8 of 112
In district
#12 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Exceptional
About East Junior High School
East Junior High School serves 594 students in grades 7-9 in Boise's affluent east side community. With a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 and 33 full-time equivalent teachers, this regular public middle school provides a solid educational foundation during the critical transition years between elementary and high school. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking as the 121st best school out of 732 in Idaho, placing it in the 84th percentile statewide.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 68% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. In mathematics, 57% of students perform at proficient levels or higher. East Junior High benefits from its location in the 83716 ZIP code, one of Boise's more prosperous neighborhoods where the median household income reaches $121,626 and 58% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The area's low poverty rate of just 5.4% and median home values of $504,600 reflect a community that strongly values education and provides substantial support for student achievement. The school sits on East Warm Springs Avenue in Boise's mid-size city environment, serving families in this well-established and academically-oriented neighborhood.
Score Breakdown
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East Junior High School — Students at East Junior High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How East Junior High School Compares
See how East Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 63% (2019) to 68% (2022).
Location
5600 EAST WARM SPRINGS AVENUE, Boise, ID 83716
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE (rated 7.6/10, 5.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERSTONE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Boise | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| TRAIL WIND ELEMENTARY Boise | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise | 3.6 mi | — |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise | 5.6 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 5.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83716 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,827
Median Home Value
$573,300
Median Rent
$1,949/mo
Population
21,091
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
41.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding East Junior High School has a median household income of $125,827. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $573,300, with a median rent of $1,949/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SACAJAWEA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston, ID | 7.7 |
| SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint, ID | 7.7 |
| ROCKY MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 7.5 |
| LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise, ID | 8.4 |
| FARNSWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Rigby, ID | 8.6 |
| MOSCOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow, ID | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Junior High School
What grades does East Junior High School serve?
East Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend East Junior High School?
East Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 594 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Junior High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Junior High School rank in ID?
East Junior High School is ranked #105 out of 719 schools in ID.
What is East Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Junior High School has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East Junior High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, East Junior High School has 57.0% math proficiency and 67.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is East Junior High School a charter school?
No, East Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Junior High School a Title I school?
No, East Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Junior High School?
13.0% of students at East Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 594
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Phone
- (208) 854-4730
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #12 of 48
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