Serving 255 students in grades 6-8, Declo Jr High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Declo Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Declo Jr High School's student population of 255 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering learners, shaping futures
School Rankings
Declo Jr High School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Declo Jr High School is 0.31, which is less 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
#154 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Declo Jr High School's ranking?
Declo Jr High School is ranked #154 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Declo Jr High School often compared to?
Declo Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oakley Elementary School, Raft River Elementary School, White Pine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Declo Jr High School?
255 students attend Declo Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Declo Jr High School students are White, and 19% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Declo Jr High School?
Declo Jr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Declo Jr High School offer ?
Declo Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Declo Jr High School part of?
Declo Jr High School is part of Cassia County Joint School District.
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