Serving 266 students in grades 7-8, Filer Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Filer Middle School's student population of 266 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. May 20, 2026
School Motto
Knowledge Is Power. Empower Our Students.
School Rankings
Filer Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Filer Middle School is 0.32, 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
#281 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
81%
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
25%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Filer Middle School's ranking?
Filer Middle School is ranked #281 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Filer Middle School?
266 students attend Filer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Filer Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Filer Middle School?
Filer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Filer Middle School offer ?
Filer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Filer Middle School part of?
Filer Middle School is part of Filer School District.
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