Middle Schools in Pocatello District

The Pocatello District in Idaho is home to four middle schools serving grades 6-8: Franklin Middle School, Irving Middle School, Hawthorne Middle School, and Alameda Middle School. Among these, Franklin Middle School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the best middle schools in the state and outpacing the district and state averages in both math and English language arts proficiency.

While Franklin Middle School boasts a 4-star rating and a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the other middle schools in the Pocatello District face challenges. Hawthorne Middle School and Irving Middle School tend to have the lowest test scores, and all four schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 41.5% at Franklin Middle School to 61.2% at Alameda Middle School.

The data also reveals socioeconomic differences among the schools, with Franklin Middle School serving a more affluent student population compared to the other middle schools in the Pocatello District. The district should investigate the underlying causes of these disparities and implement strategies to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the area.