Jefferson Middle School

Summary:

Jefferson Middle School is a public middle school in Caldwell, Idaho, serving 567 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Caldwell School District, which is ranked 75th out of 77 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. The student population is predominantly Hispanic (58.38%) and White (35.8%).

Jefferson Middle School consistently performs below the state and district averages in standardized test scores, particularly in mathematics. In the 2023-2024 school year, only 21.1% of students were proficient or better in ISAT/Math, compared to the state average of 42.2% and the Caldwell District average of 19.9%. The school's performance in English Language Arts is slightly better, with 35.8% of students proficient or better, but still below the state average of 53.3%. Additionally, Jefferson Middle School has a significantly higher chronic absenteeism rate of 36.4%, compared to the state average of 19.9% and the Caldwell District average of 20.4%. The school also has a very high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 85.54%, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.

When comparing Jefferson Middle School to nearby schools, such as Syringa Middle School, which is located just 0.54 miles away, it becomes evident that Jefferson Middle School is underperforming. Syringa Middle School had significantly higher test scores in both mathematics and English Language Arts, as well as a lower chronic absenteeism rate. The school's consistently low rankings and underperformance compared to state and district averages suggest the need for a comprehensive review of the school's educational practices, resource allocation, and support systems for students and families.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 3311 South 10th Avenue
       Caldwell, ID  83605-6201


(208) 455-3309

District: Caldwell District

SchoolDigger Rank:
153rd of 164 Idaho Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,002 Help


Students who attend Jefferson Middle School usually attend:

High:    Caldwell Senior High School

Feeder schools for Jefferson Middle School:

Elementary:    Lincoln Elementary School
    Van Buren Elementary School
    Wilson Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.7 Help
Number of students:  567

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
58.4%
White:
35.8%
Two or more races:
3.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  85.5% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Jefferson Middle School ranks worse than 93.3% of middle schools in Idaho. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 10.01. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Jefferson Middle School is $8,002.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Jefferson Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Jefferson Middle School 153rd of 164 Idaho public middle schools. (See Jefferson Middle School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Caldwell District:

SchoolDigger ranks Caldwell District 75th of 77 Idaho school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Jefferson Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Jefferson Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2008 6.94 151st 158 4.4%
2009 7.61 153rd 160 4.4%
2010 16.30 156th 166 6.0%
2011 20.37 150th 169 11.2%
2012 20.47 154th 171 9.9%
2013 23.69 149th 173 13.9%
2015 10.18 96th 100 4.0%
2016 12.83 87th 98 11.2%
2017 10.51 123rd 131 6.1%
2021 4.39 41st 42 2.4%
2022 7.88 49th 53 7.5%
2023 9.21 102nd 107 4.7%
2024 10.01 153rd 164 6.7%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Jefferson Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 14.59 14th 17 17.6%
2024 25.85 47th 56 16.1%
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Rank History for White students at Jefferson Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools ID State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 10.66 27th 29 6.9%
2024 17.58 72nd 81 11.1%
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Data source: test scores: Idaho Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Jefferson Middle School Test Scores
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Data source: Idaho Department of Education

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by a citizen
Saturday, May 6, 2017

Open Quote Stagnant school.
Ranks 88th place out of all middle schools in the state.
How can a principal keep a job with these scores?
Time for new administration.
I would select a charter school over this school if I could run, don't walk away. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Jefferson Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 652 652
1992 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 670 670
1993 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 657 657
1994 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 702 702
1995 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 769 769
1996 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 769 769
1997 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 719 719
1998 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 673 673
1999 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 710 710
2000 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 695 695
2001 433 2 8 284 0 n/a n/a 0 727
2002 459 5 3 338 3 n/a n/a 0 808
2003 459 5 3 338 3 n/a n/a 0 808
2004 449 3 8 395 4 n/a n/a 0 859
2005 371 4 7 342 4 n/a n/a 0 728
2006 370 6 3 362 5 n/a n/a 0 746
2007 323 6 2 396 6 n/a n/a 0 733
2008 335 9 7 392 3 n/a n/a 0 746
2009 326 5 13 377 1 n/a n/a 0 722
2010 305 8 11 399 3 n/a n/a 0 726
2011 268 7 3 366 2 8 3 0 657
2012 236 2 2 382 2 4 5 0 633
2013 273 1 3 395 5 3 4 0 684
2014 294 7 5 386 2 2 8 0 704
2015 289 7 6 394 3 1 11 0 711
2016 281 5 5 383 3 1 13 0 691
2017 268 2 1 415 4 1 17 0 708
2018 249 2 3 434 5 2 16 0 711
2019 249 2 3 438 5 3 18 0 718
2020 230 1 4 441 3 1 18 0 698
2021 201 0 3 379 1 2 14 0 600
2022 204 0 3 355 2 0 11 0 575
2023 203 7 3 331 4 2 17 0 567

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Jefferson Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 652 34.5 18.8 32.2
1992 670 35.2 19.0 33.6
1993 657 35.5 18.5 30.3
1994 702 36.6 19.2 37.9
1995 769 38.6 19.9 36.4
1996 769 38.6 19.9 36.4
1997 719 38.7 18.6 44.1
1998 673 39.7 17.0 38.8
1999 710 40.2 17.7 47.6
2000 695 42.4 16.4 56.8
2001 727 40.9 17.8 51.9
2002 808 45.2 17.9 58.9
2003 808 45.2 17.9 58.9
2004 859 44.6 19.3 62.9
2005 728 38.8 18.8 67.2
2006 746 42.5 17.6 68.9
2007 733 41.9 17.5 70.1
2008 746 43.2 17.3 59.8
2009 722 42.6 16.9 68.1
2010 726 39.7 18.2 77
2011 657 45.0 14.6 81.6
2012 633 41.7 15.1 79.1
2013 684 n/a n/a 84.8
2014 704 36.7 19.1 82.4
2015 711 37.0 19.2 87.3
2016 691 38.0 18.1 85.7
2017 708 39.9 17.7 85.7
2018 711 40.3 17.6 85.7
2019 718 38.8 18.4 85.7
2020 698 36.7 19.0 85.7
2021 600 37.2 16.1 85.7
2022 575 37.4 15.3 85.6
2023 567 36.0 15.7 85.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Jefferson Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 652 34.5 18.8 32.2
1992 670 35.2 19.0 33.6
1993 657 35.5 18.5 30.3
1994 702 36.6 19.2 37.9
1995 769 38.6 19.9 36.4
1996 769 38.6 19.9 36.4
1997 719 38.7 18.6 44.1
1998 673 39.7 17.0 38.8
1999 710 40.2 17.7 47.6
2000 695 42.4 16.4 56.8
2001 727 40.9 17.8 51.9
2002 808 45.2 17.9 58.9
2003 808 45.2 17.9 58.9
2004 859 44.6 19.3 62.9
2005 728 38.8 18.8 67.2
2006 746 42.5 17.6 68.9
2007 733 41.9 17.5 70.1
2008 746 43.2 17.3 59.8
2009 722 42.6 16.9 68.1
2010 726 39.7 18.2 77
2011 657 45.0 14.6 81.6
2012 633 41.7 15.1 79.1
2013 684 n/a n/a 84.8
2014 704 36.7 19.1 82.4
2015 711 37.0 19.2 87.3
2016 691 38.0 18.1 85.7
2017 708 39.9 17.7 85.7
2018 711 40.3 17.6 85.7
2019 718 38.8 18.4 85.7
2020 698 36.7 19.0 85.7
2021 600 37.2 16.1 85.7
2022 575 37.4 15.3 85.6
2023 567 36.0 15.7 85.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Jefferson Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,487 (18.6%) $6,515 (81.4%) $8,002

Data source: Idaho Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Jefferson Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
All Grades Math (Jefferson Middle School)23.718.7
 5%
   All Grades Math (Caldwell District)27.520.4
 7.1%
   All Grades Math (Idaho)44.441.5
 2.9%
All Grades Science (Jefferson Middle School)27.329.8
 2.5%
   All Grades Science (Caldwell District)39.323
 16.3%
   All Grades Science (Idaho)58.941.6
 17.3%
All Grades English Language Arts (Jefferson Middle School)3132.8
 1.8%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Caldwell District)34.634.7
 0.1%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Idaho)5552.2
 2.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students718567
 21%
African American27
 250%
American Indian54
 20%
Asian33
Hispanic438331
 24.4%
Pacific Islander32
 33.3%
White249203
 18.5%
Two or More Races1817
 5.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients85.7%85.5%
 0.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Jefferson Middle School

Jefferson Middle School ranks in the bottom 6.7% of Idaho middle schools.

Students at Jefferson Middle School are 58% Hispanic, 36% White, 3% Two or more races, 1% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 567 students attended Jefferson Middle School.

Students who attend Jefferson Middle School usually go on to attend Caldwell Senior High School


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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.

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