Serving 351 students in grades 5-8, Wendell 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 19% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wendell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wendell Middle School's student population of 351 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wendell 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 Wendell Middle School is 0.50, 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
#630 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
57%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
42%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Wendell Middle School's ranking?
Wendell Middle School is ranked #630 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Wendell Middle School often compared to?
Wendell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gooding High School, Richfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Wendell Middle School?
351 students attend Wendell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wendell Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wendell Middle School?
Wendell Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wendell Middle School offer ?
Wendell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wendell Middle School part of?
Wendell Middle School is part of Wendell School District.
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