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#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

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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency68%
Overall Proficiency63%
Expected (poverty-adj.)55%
vs. Expected+7.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,278

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 57.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
63%
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: 7.7/10.

How East Junior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.9/10
86th percentile in ID
Academic
8.6/10
8.6/10
Growth
7.7/10
Above average
Environment
7.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

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

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,416/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Boise). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#12 of 48

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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