New Plymouth District

The New Plymouth District in New Plymouth, Idaho, is home to three schools: 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 with a 3-star rating, the data reveals a stark contrast in performance between the middle school and the high school.

New Plymouth Middle School stands out as the district's top performer, consistently ranking among the top 13-38 middle schools in the state and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's impressive test scores, with 57.1% of students proficient or better in ISAT Math and 66.2% in ISAT English Language Arts, outshine the district and state averages. In contrast, New Plymouth High School has struggled, ranking 78-83 out of 106-159 high schools in the state and earning only 1-2 stars from SchoolDigger. Its math proficiency rates are significantly lower than the district and state averages, at just 30.7%.

Across the district, areas of concern include high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 12.9% at the high school to 19.2% at the middle school, and significant differences in spending per student, from $5,435 at the middle school to $8,530 at the high school. The district's predominantly white student population also raises questions about diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. By addressing these challenges and replicating the successful practices of the high-performing middle school, the New Plymouth District can work towards providing a more consistent and equitable educational experience for all its students.