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#318 of 719 schools in ID

Top 44% in state

Post Falls Middle School

Middle School · POST FALLS DISTRICT

PO BOX 40, Post Falls, ID 83877

Enrollment

766

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#318 of 719

In Post Falls

#3 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 12

POST FALLS DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Post Falls Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Post Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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5.3/10

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About Post Falls Middle School

Post Falls Middle School is a public middle school in Post Falls, ID, part of POST FALLS DISTRICT. Post Falls Middle School serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Post Falls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Post Falls Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,401
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Post Falls Middle School — Students at Post Falls Middle School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
78%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
54%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Post Falls Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in ID
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

PO BOX 40, Post Falls, ID 83877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Post Falls Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Post Falls, see our Post Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MULLAN TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 0.5 mi 5.8
NEW VISION HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 0.6 mi 5.3
RIVER CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Post Falls 0.5 mi 5.6
FREDERICK POST KINDER CENTER Post Falls 0.7 mi 5.4
SELTICE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 0.7 mi 5.8
WEST RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 1.2 mi 4.6
GREENSFERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 1.5 mi 8.8
PRAIRIE VIEW ELEMENTARY Post Falls 1.4 mi 6.4
POST FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Post Falls 1.7 mi 6.2
GENESIS PREP ACADEMY Post Falls 1.9 mi 4.8
GENESIS PREPARATORY ACADEMY Post Falls 2.0 mi 6.4
PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Post Falls 2.5 mi 5.3
ELEVATE ACADEMY NORTH Calwell 2.4 mi
TREATY ROCK ELEMENTARY Post Falls 3.0 mi 8.2
PINE GROVE ACADEMY Post Falls 3.4 mi 5.1
CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum 4.2 mi 5.9
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 5.5 mi 7.8
KTEC School Rathdrum 5.3 mi
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 6.2 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SEMINARY Rathdrum 6.2 mi

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MOUNTAIN VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID 6.7
WEST JUNIOR HIGH Boise, ID 6.7
JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston, ID 6.8
LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian, ID 6.8
MERIDIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Meridian, ID 6.8
ROCKY MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Post Falls Middle School

What grades does Post Falls Middle School serve?

Post Falls Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Post Falls Middle School?

Post Falls Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Post Falls Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Post Falls Middle School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Post Falls Middle School rank in ID?

Post Falls Middle School ranks #318 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Post Falls Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Post Falls Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Post Falls Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Post Falls Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Post Falls Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Post Falls Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

31.9% of students at Post Falls 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kootenai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

POST FALLS DISTRICT
District Enrollment
5,894
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,401
District Rank
#3 of 12

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