Serving 266 students in grades 6, Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's student population of 266 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Making the Right Tracks
School Mascot
Bronco
School Rankings
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#407 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
17%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
58%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bronco
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade's ranking?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is ranked #407 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade?
266 students attend Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offer ?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade part of?
Blackfoot Heritage Sixth Grade is part of Blackfoot School District.
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