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#215 of 719 schools in ID

Top 30% in state

Sacajawea Middle School

Middle School · LEWISTON INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

3610 12TH STREET, Lewiston, ID 83501

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#215 of 719

In Lewiston

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 11

LEWISTON INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Sacajawea Middle School

7.4/10

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

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About Sacajawea Middle School

Sacajawea Middle School is a public middle school in Lewiston, ID, part of LEWISTON INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Sacajawea Middle School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacajawea Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Sacajawea Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • ID avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,205
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Sacajawea Middle School — Students at Sacajawea Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.7% (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
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Sacajawea Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in ID
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

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

3610 12TH STREET, Lewiston, ID 83501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sacajawea Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Asotin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Asotin), which scores notably higher. Another option is MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CAMELOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lewiston, see our Lewiston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
ORCHARDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 0.4 mi 8.4
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lewiston 0.8 mi 6.0
LEWISTON HIGH SCHOOL Lewiston 1.1 mi 6.1
CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 0.9 mi 6.1
WONDER WORLD LEARNING CENTER Lewiston 1.1 mi
MCGHEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 1.5 mi 6.8
CAMELOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 1.8 mi 8.5
TAMMANY HIGH SCHOOL Lewiston 2.2 mi 5.3
MCSORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 2.7 mi 9.0
WHITMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 3.1 mi 6.1
JENIFER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lewiston 3.0 mi 6.8
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lewiston 3.2 mi 6.2
WEBSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston 3.3 mi 6.2
NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME Lewiston 3.2 mi 7.0
NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER Lewiston 3.6 mi 6.8
REGION 2 JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Lewiston 4.0 mi
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lewiston 4.2 mi 7.5
Parkway Elementary Clarkston 4.2 mi 6.7
Charles Francis Adams High School Clarkston 4.3 mi 5.1
Asotin Elementary Asotin 4.4 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,909

Median Home Value

$297,300

Median Rent

$948/mo

Population

37,478

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

71.3%

Avg Commute

16.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

40

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HAWTHORNE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pocatello, ID 7.2
MOSCOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Moscow, ID 7.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sacajawea Middle School

What grades does Sacajawea Middle School serve?

Sacajawea Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Sacajawea Middle School?

Sacajawea Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea Middle School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sacajawea Middle School rank in ID?

Sacajawea Middle School ranks #215 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Sacajawea Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sacajawea Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Sacajawea Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sacajawea Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sacajawea Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Sacajawea Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

20.7% of students at Sacajawea 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Nez Perce County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

LEWISTON INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,563
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,205
District Rank
#4 of 11

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