Serving 303 students in grades 5-8, Parma Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parma Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Parma Middle School's student population of 303 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Rankings
Parma 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 Parma Middle School is 0.45, 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
#264 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
69%
73%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Parma Middle School's ranking?
Parma Middle School is ranked #264 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Parma Middle School?
303 students attend Parma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Parma Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Parma Middle School?
Parma Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Parma Middle School offer ?
Parma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Parma Middle School part of?
Parma Middle School is part of Parma School District.
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