Serving 409 students in grades 7-8, Donald J Hobbs 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 31% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Donald J Hobbs Middle School's student population of 409 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
409 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Donald J Hobbs Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald J Hobbs Middle School is 0.31, which is less 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
#365 out of 709 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)31%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
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
35%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Donald J Hobbs Middle School's ranking?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School is ranked #365 out of 709 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Donald J Hobbs Middle School?
409 students attend Donald J Hobbs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Donald J Hobbs Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald J Hobbs Middle School?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Donald J Hobbs Middle School offer ?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Donald J Hobbs Middle School part of?
Donald J Hobbs Middle School is part of Shelley Joint School District.
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