Serving 886 students in grades 6-8, Sage Valley Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sage Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sage Valley Middle School's student population of 886 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
886 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Sage Valley 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 Sage Valley Middle School is 0.54, 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
#321 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
2%
1%
White
59%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sage Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sage Valley Middle School is ranked #321 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Sage Valley Middle School often compared to?
Sage Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middleton Middle School, Star Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Sage Valley Middle School?
886 students attend Sage Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Sage Valley Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sage Valley Middle School?
Sage Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sage Valley Middle School offer ?
Sage Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sage Valley Middle School part of?
Sage Valley Middle School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
View the Sage Valley Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (No Staff or Students)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (No Staff or Students/Do Closed)
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
LAST DAY-Early Release at 1:10p
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
School Reviews
Review Sage Valley Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.
