Serving 298 students in grades 6-8, Buhl 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 25% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Buhl Middle School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buhl 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 Buhl Middle School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#594 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
67%
72%
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
44%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indians
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buhl Middle School's ranking?
Buhl Middle School is ranked #594 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Buhl Middle School often compared to?
Buhl Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Castleford School, Xavier Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Buhl Middle School?
298 students attend Buhl Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Buhl Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buhl Middle School?
Buhl Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buhl Middle School offer ?
Buhl Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buhl Middle School part of?
Buhl Middle School is part of Buhl Joint School District.
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