Best Public Schools in New Plymouth, ID


Summary:

The city of New Plymouth, Idaho is home to three schools serving students from elementary through high school: New Plymouth Elementary, New Plymouth High School, and New Plymouth Middle School. While the district as a whole ranks 34 out of 77 in the state, the standout performer is New Plymouth Middle School, which consistently ranks among the top 13-38 middle schools in Idaho and earns a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The middle school's academic performance is particularly impressive, with over 57% of students proficient or better in math and 66.2% proficient or better in English Language Arts, exceeding both the New Plymouth District and state averages. In contrast, New Plymouth High School has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of Idaho high schools and earning only 1-2 stars from SchoolDigger in recent years, with significantly lower math proficiency rates compared to the district and state.

The schools in New Plymouth also exhibit differences in student demographics and socioeconomic status, which may contribute to the observed variations in academic performance. For example, New Plymouth Middle School has a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch compared to the elementary and high schools. Additionally, the middle school, which has the strongest academic results, also has the lowest spending per student, suggesting that factors beyond just funding, such as effective teaching practices and school leadership, may play a significant role in student outcomes.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Idaho Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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