Serving 537 students in grades 5-6, Hacker Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hacker Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hacker Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2024
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Respect the Bear!
School Mascot
Bear
School Rankings
Hacker Middle School 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 Hacker Middle School is 0.56, 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
#542 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
3%
1%
White
61%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hacker Middle School's ranking?
Hacker Middle School is ranked #542 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hacker Middle School?
537 students attend Hacker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Hacker Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hacker Middle School?
Hacker Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hacker Middle School offer ?
Hacker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hacker Middle School part of?
Hacker Middle School is part of Mountain Home School District.
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