Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Barbara Morgan Stem Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Morgan Stem Academy is 0.44, 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
#53 out of 704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
2%
1%
White
73%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Barbara Morgan Stem Academy's ranking?
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy is ranked #53 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Barbara Morgan Stem Academy often compared to?
Barbara Morgan Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Compass Public Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Barbara Morgan Stem Academy?
434 students attend Barbara Morgan Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Barbara Morgan Stem Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Morgan Stem Academy?
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Barbara Morgan Stem Academy offer ?
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbara Morgan Stem Academy part of?
Barbara Morgan Stem Academy is part of Joint School District No. 2.
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