2024 Middle Schools with the Best Teachers in the Boise Area

• Kuna, ID•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Alum: It is a good school. The small classes make it easy to learn and easy to make friends. I’ve graduated now, but when I was there I loved it. However, since I’ve gone, I’ve heard that there’s been bullying and the rules have gotten stricter. A bad thing about this school is that the rules are very tight and many of them are not important. There was a general feeling of anger towards the faculty because of that. However, the education is exceptional, and I heard that many classes are taught one grade level above what is required. When I was there, they had choir, theater, creative writing, extra math, and PE as their extracurriculars. That was a few years ago, so I expect they’ve expanded or improved on their classes. They have sports, but I’m not sure which ones.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 276

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Nampa, ID•

• Public School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  69 reviews

Freshman: Victory’s school mission states that “When there is low threat and content is highly challenging, accelerated learning takes place.” In this school they promote this to the extreme. Everything you learn is considered academically challenging, and you may think that you might not be able to learn it, but as you work hard and study like how they promote, you will rise to the standard they set for you. Through both sports and academics, Victory has taught me a very valuable lesson, that is the importance of working hard. In order to have success both in school and in life you need to live up to your potential. Our cross country coach would always tell us that if something doesn’t challenge you it will not change you. This is a lesson I will take and apply to the rest of my life. Had I not attended this school, I never would have learnt many life lessons such as this.... Read 69 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 378

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Nampa, ID•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  61 reviews

Senior: I've been at Liberty Charter school since 4th grade, and I'll be graduating this week from Liberty. This school has such a great community. Everyday I'm surrounded with teachers, classmates, and friends that make going to school and learning an amazing experience. The rules are a lot stricter here, but they are still reasonable and manageable, and it's all worth it to be part of such a great environment. This school has been one of the major deciding factors in my career choice of becoming an elementary school teacher, hopefully I can go back and work at Liberty some day.... Read 61 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 401

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Boise, ID•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  43 reviews

Parent: We are in our 10th year at Sage and have nothing but wonderful things to say about it. We started in kindergarten, and their IB program provides so much hands-on inquiry-based learning to make school fun for young learners. The teachers are all amazing. There is no school on Fridays, giving students a chance to recoup or catch up on schoolwork, and the teachers and staff have a full day each week to collaborate, prep, and learn. Their middle school and high school programs are rigorous but fair, and do a wonderful job preparing our kids for college, career, and just life in general! They teach kids to be critical thinkers, but also caring and responsible citizens of the world. We love Sage!... Read 43 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,078

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Nampa, ID•

• Public School•

• K-8

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 308

• Student-teacher ratio 26:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  6 reviews

High School Senior: I loved my overall experience at Heritage Middle School. The school is very unique in that, there is very little bullying and everyone gets along. The administrators and teachers make sure that everyone is treated fairly. I could really tell that the teachers truly cared about their students and always took extra time to make sure their students were understanding the concepts. I would definitely choose this school again if I could do it all over because I learned a lot there and I made life lasting friends.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Students 1,041

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Caldwell, ID•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  72 reviews

Senior: I like the staff, and what the school values. The staff are always kinds, caring to students, and helpful. The teachers are amazing at what they do. The school values the sciences and the arts, has numerous sports and Cross fit programs, and helps connect students with Duel Credit Opportunities. One of the teachers was Idaho Teacher of the Year in 2018. Tuition is free, its a K-12, and I've been going there since 4th grade. I'm graduating soon, and my experience has been nothing but pleasurable. Thanks to the opportunities they gave me, I'm concurrently graduating with my AA in Liberal Arts, and a High School Honors Diploma.... Read 72 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 728

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  4 reviews

High School Senior: I loved my experience in middle school!... Read 4 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 865

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 923

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Freshman: As a student of Victory Middle School for 3 years, and I can honestly say that I LOVED my experience. The teachers aren't afraid to get close to their students and are always willing to help out. They also have many different opportunities for students to help them grow. There are classes to both help you improve when you struggle, as well as advanced and honors classes to challenge you and prepare you for not just high school, but college. Plus, the music courses are so fun. I was in choir for 3 years and my teacher was supportive of everyone, quirky, helpful, supportive, and one of my favorite teachers. Also, the students are great. Everyone is kind, and friendly and is willing to help out a peer. This school was amazing! I owe thanks to all the teachers at this school that I was close to because they helped prepare me for the high school that I was fortunate to attend. I recommend this middle to ANYONE! At this school, you never have to be afraid of who you want to be.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A+

• Students 982

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• New Plymouth School District, ID•

• 6-8

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 236

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Eagle, ID•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.77 out of 5  44 reviews

Senior: North Star is a very tight-knit community that was very scary to walk into halfway through my high school career. However, these students are welcoming to new people as they are used to having exchange students (which is a whole other grand experience in itself). Thought I was meant to be part of the IB Programme, I ended out being in the [obviously less favorable] Capstone Program. North Star is beginning the Business Associates program with all incoming freshmen and students so-forth. Personally, I believe this will be much more beneficial to the students and their future careers!... Read 44 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 962

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• PK, K-8

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 729

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Adrian School District, OR•

• K-8

• grade B

• grade A

• Students 182

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.65 out of 5  23 reviews

Alum: I absolutely loved my experience attending Idaho Fine Arts Academy! I attended my senior year of high school and from the first day both students and teachers helped me to feel completely included and welcomed. I felt the teachers truly cared about me and helping me to pursue my dreams. I was in the dance majors program and was able to achieve my childhood dream of choreographing and performing a dance solo at the end of the school year. This was all thanks to the amazing support I received from both my peers and teachers. I love the long lasting relationships I formed at the Academy. If I could change anything I would add a few more elective options for students. I would have loved to take an advanced Spanish class my senior year. Overall, my experience was fantastic and I am so grateful I got to attend such an incredible high school!... Read 23 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Students 213

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Boise Independent School District, ID•

• 7-9

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  9 reviews

Senior: For a relatively brand-new school when I attended, I loved the facilities, staff, teachers, and resources. Having a huge library and plenty of space outside to stretch our legs helped keep my fellow peers and I in check when we had rigorous classes throughout the day. I loved this school and would highly recommend anyone in Boise to send their 7th-9th grader here. Attended 2013-2016!... Read 9 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Students 650

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Vallivue School District, ID•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 3.89 out of 5  63 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed participating with Thomas Jefferson Charter School from Kindergarten through my senior year. I particularly enjoyed the staff's adaptability for each student by providing more difficult and particularly useful skills to use not only for school but for life. This school pushed me to accomplish things I never thought would be possible. I have learned valuable skills and haven't ever felt lost during my transition from High School to college. I personally wouldn't change any of the staff or practices done at this school, and all staff here are very easy to talk to and get in touch with. I would recommend this school to anyone looking to receive a quality schooling experience whether it be for themselves or for their children.... Read 63 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 376

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Oregon Department of Education, OR•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.5 out of 5  10 reviews

Senior: As a student that has attended Four Rivers Community School since kindergarten, I have had the incredible opportunity to grow up learning all of my coursework in both Spanish and English. I have gotten to grow up learning about many different cultures and finding a love for them. As I am in my last year of high school, I have reflected a lot on my education and experience at Four rivers and have found that I truly would not change a single thing. I have gotten to grow up with my classmates by my side and the most amazing teachers helping me achieve my dreams.... Read 10 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A

• Students 340

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 2.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Sophomore: Lowell Scott Middle School prepared me for advanced classes in high school. My teachers were all excellent, especially math, Spanish, science, and orchestra.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 837

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: Lewis and Clark Middle School 7th - 8th grade. Has a good band. The cafeteria is well stocked. Facilities are clean.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 885

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Boise Independent School District, ID•

• 7-9

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  Rating 2.86 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: My child is absolutely loving North JH, all of her teachers are phenomenal, and her grades are better than her elementary grades! If you have the opportunity to get your kid into North, take it!... Read 7 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Students 948

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Boise Independent School District, ID•

• 6-9

• •
  Rating 3.71 out of 5  7 reviews

Middle School Student: Les Bois Junior High School boasts good facilities and faculty for its students. Students are mostly academically drive, and teachers are extremely supportive of students. Campus is extremely safe at all times of day. There is a lack of diversity, with the entire school being predominantly Caucasian.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 682

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Meridian, ID•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  84 reviews

Sophomore: I really enjoy all of the opportunities that Compass provides! They’re APA classes as well as the dual credit classes they offer make it unique compared to other charter schools within the area. I only wish they had more at the school, like more sports and a library that’s accessible for the upper class men as well as the younger students.... Read 84 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 1,224

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• West Ada School District, ID•

• 6-8

• •
  Rating 3 out of 5  5 reviews

Alum: I went to this school and I had a great experience. The teachers are awesome and they push you to be your best. Of course there will be some downsides but its mostly a great environment and I am so glad I went.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 1,046

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Boise Independent School District, ID•

• K-8

• grade B

• grade A

• Students 411

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1