Very Good
#252 of 719 schools in ID
Top 35% in state
Hillside Junior High School
Middle School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
3536 HILL ROAD, Boise, ID 83703
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#252 of 719
In Boise
#36 of 73
public schools
In district
#23 of 48
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Hillside Junior High School
Middle School in Boise · grades 7th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillside Junior High School
Hillside Junior High School is a public middle school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Hillside Junior High School serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #252 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside Junior High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- ID avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Hillside Junior High School — Students at Hillside Junior High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.4/10.
How Hillside Junior High School Compares
See how Hillside Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3536 HILL ROAD, Boise, ID 83703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLSIDE ACADEMY Boise | 0.3 mi | — |
| COLLISTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| LEARNING TREE INC Boise | 0.8 mi | — |
| TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| FUTURE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| CYNTHIA MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise | 2.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,415
Median Home Value
$477,000
Median Rent
$1,336/mo
Population
17,566
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
41.6
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|---|---|
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.0 |
| WOOD RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hailey, ID | 7.0 |
| HAWTHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 7.2 |
| VERA C O'LEARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 6.9 |
| JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston, ID | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside Junior High School
What grades does Hillside Junior High School serve?
Hillside Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend Hillside Junior High School?
Hillside Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Junior High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside Junior High School rank in ID?
Hillside Junior High School ranks #252 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Hillside Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Hillside Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Junior High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hillside Junior High School a charter school?
No, Hillside Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Hillside Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside Junior High School?
27.2% of students at Hillside 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (208) 854-5120
Resources & Links
District
BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 22,425
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,892
- District Rank
- #23 of 48
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