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#100 of 719 schools in ID

Top 14% 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

8.2

Grades

7th – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#100 of 719

In Boise

#18 of 73

public schools

In district

#12 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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East Junior High School

8.2/10

Middle School in Boise · grades 7th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East Junior High School

East Junior High School is a public middle school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. East Junior High School serves approximately 594 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. East Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for East Junior High School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

East Junior High School — Students at East Junior High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
68%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How East Junior High School Compares

See how East Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in ID
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.1
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
6.6% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·31 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE (rated 7.7/10, 5.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 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 7.6
TRAIL WIND ELEMENTARY Boise 1.6 mi 7.6
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 8.6
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.4 mi 8.5
TIMBERLINE HIGH SCHOOL Boise 3.2 mi 8.0
WHITE PINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 3.3 mi 7.7
MONTESSORI ACADEMY ON PARKCENTER Boise 3.5 mi 5.2
LAKEWOOD MONTESSORI Boise 3.6 mi
ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 4.0 mi 8.7
SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise 3.8 mi 7.9
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 4.6 mi 8.9
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 4.3 mi 3.8
PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise 4.7 mi 7.0
KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise 4.9 mi 7.0
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 5.0 mi 7.9
MINIDOKA JUNIOR HIGH ALTERNATIVE Boise 5.6 mi 7.7
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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CANFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene, ID 7.9
LOWELL SCOTT MIDDLE SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.8
ALAMEDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 8.6
MOSCOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.7
SAWTOOTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian, ID 7.7
LES BOIS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise, ID 7.6

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 ranks #100 of 719 schools in ID.

What is East Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at East Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Junior High School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

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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