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#644 of 719 schools in ID

Hacker Middle School

Middle School · MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT

550 EAST JACKSON STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647

Enrollment

537

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

4.0

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#644 of 719

In Mountain Home

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT

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Hacker Middle School

4.0/10

Middle School in Mountain Home · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hacker Middle School

Hacker Middle School is a public middle school in Mountain Home, ID, part of MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT. Hacker Middle School serves approximately 537 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hacker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Hacker Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,390
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Hacker Middle School — Students at Hacker Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (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
63%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Hacker Middle School Compares

See how Hacker Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.0/10
11th percentile in ID
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

550 EAST JACKSON STREET, Mountain Home, ID 83647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hacker Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOUNTAIN HOME JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GLENNS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Glenns Ferry), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain Home, see our Mountain Home schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BENNETT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.1 mi 6.0
CHILDREN S HOUSE MONTESSORI Mountain Home 0.2 mi
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.3 mi 5.0
MOUNTAIN HOME SR HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.3 mi 4.1
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - MONTESSORI Mountain Home 0.4 mi 7.3
GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.6 mi
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.5 mi 5.0
MOUNTAIN HOME JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mountain Home 0.6 mi 5.3
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE ALTERNATIVE Mountain Home 0.8 mi 2.2
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONLINE Mountain Home 0.9 mi 4.5
RICHARD MCKENNA CHARTER SCHOOL - ONSITE Mountain Home 0.9 mi 7.4
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home 1.0 mi 3.2
STEPHENSEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mountain Home Afb 9.7 mi 5.6
BRUNEAU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruneau 18.2 mi 7.5
RIMROCK JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Bruneau 20.5 mi 7.9
PRAIRIE ELEM/JR HIGH SCHOOL Prairie 26.2 mi
GLENNS FERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.7 mi 6.1
GLENNS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.7 mi 7.6
GLENNS FERRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glenns Ferry 22.7 mi 5.3
GRAND VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grand View 22.8 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,769

Median Home Value

$283,600

Median Rent

$1,041/mo

Population

22,580

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

70.7%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hacker Middle School

What grades does Hacker Middle School serve?

Hacker Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Hacker Middle School?

Hacker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 537 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hacker Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hacker Middle School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hacker Middle School rank in ID?

Hacker Middle School ranks #644 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Hacker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hacker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Hacker Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hacker Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hacker Middle School a charter school?

No, Hacker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hacker Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hacker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hacker Middle School?

52.9% of students at Hacker Middle 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
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
537
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Elmore County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

MOUNTAIN HOME DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,683
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,390
District Rank
#7 of 8

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