Serving 547 students in grades 6-8, Sacajawea Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sacajawea Middle School's student population of 547 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Sacajawea Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sacajawea Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#182 out of 704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
21%
White
88%
72%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacajawea Middle School's ranking?
Sacajawea Middle School is ranked #182 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Sacajawea Middle School often compared to?
Sacajawea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenifer Middle School, Coeur D'alene Charter Academy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 Sacajawea Middle School?
547 students attend Sacajawea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Sacajawea Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacajawea Middle School?
Sacajawea Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sacajawea Middle School offer ?
Sacajawea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacajawea Middle School part of?
Sacajawea Middle School is part of Lewiston Independent School District.
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