Serving 525 students in grades 6-8, South Hills 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 22% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Hills Middle School's student population of 525 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Hills 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 South Hills Middle School is 0.50, 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
#634 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
38%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Twin Falls School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Hills Middle School's ranking?
South Hills Middle School is ranked #634 out of 704 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend South Hills Middle School?
525 students attend South Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of South Hills Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Hills Middle School?
South Hills Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Hills Middle School offer ?
South Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Hills Middle School part of?
South Hills Middle School is part of Twin Falls School District.
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