Very Good
#161 of 719 schools in ID
Top 22% in state
Based on limited data
Minidoka Junior High Alternative
Middle School · MINIDOKA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT
650 W STATE ST, Boise, ID 83702
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 71 schools in Boise. Learn more
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#161 of 719
In Boise
#29 of 73
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
MINIDOKA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Minidoka Junior High Alternative
Middle School in Boise · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Minidoka Junior High Alternative
Minidoka Junior High Alternative is a public middle school in Boise, ID, part of MINIDOKA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT. Minidoka Junior High Alternative serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Minidoka Junior High Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #161 of 719 schools in ID.
Based on limited data: 53% component coverage.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 4.9
- ID avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Minidoka Junior High Alternative is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Minidoka Junior High Alternative sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Minidoka Junior High Alternative Compares
See how Minidoka Junior High Alternative performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
650 W STATE ST, Boise, ID 83702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Minidoka Junior High Alternative may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIGER LEARN PROGRAM Boise | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Boise | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BOISE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 0.4 mi | — |
| WESLEYAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Boise | 0.4 mi | — |
| NORTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ONE STONE Boise | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| MADISON EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Boise | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| SAGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOISE Boise | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PEACE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Boise | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise | 2.2 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,586
Median Home Value
$708,000
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
23,981
College Educated
60.9%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
17.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
41
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| PALOUSE HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moscow, ID | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Minidoka Junior High Alternative
What grades does Minidoka Junior High Alternative serve?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
The student-teacher ratio at Minidoka Junior High Alternative is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Minidoka Junior High Alternative rank in ID?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative ranks #161 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Minidoka Junior High Alternative's MySchoolScout rating?
Minidoka Junior High Alternative has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Minidoka Junior High Alternative a charter school?
No, Minidoka Junior High Alternative is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Minidoka Junior High Alternative a Title I school?
No, Minidoka Junior High Alternative is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Minidoka Junior High Alternative?
44.1% of students at Minidoka Junior High Alternative 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ada County
- Phone
- (208) 332-6800
Resources & Links
District
MINIDOKA COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,394
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,772
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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