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Fairmont Junior High School

2121 NORTH COLE ROAD, BOISE, ID, 83704

Ranked 172 of 217 in Idaho

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About Fairmont Junior High School

Fairmont Junior High School is a public junior high school in Boise, Idaho, which is a mid-sized city. The school has about 633 students and teaches students in grades 7 through 9. Fairmont Junior High School has a better student-teacher ratio than the district average (13:1), and it has relatively small classes with 47 full-time equivalent teachers and 3 full-time school counselors. The school offers a full academic program that includes math, English language arts, science, and social studies, as well as elective courses and activities outside of school that help students stay interested and get ready for high school. According to U.S. News, 25% of students are proficient in math and 39% are proficient in reading. This means that there is still room for academic improvement. The student body is evenly split between men and women, with 48% female and 52% male students. Also, 44% of students come from low-income families, which shows a mix of socioeconomic backgrounds. Fairmont Junior High School is a good place to learn because the classes are small and the school is always working to improve its students' academic performance.

Fairmont Junior High School Contact Information

Address

2121 NORTH COLE ROAD, BOISE, ID, 83704

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Phone

(208) 854-4790

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 25%
Reading 39%
State average proficiency is 25% in Math and 39% in Reading.
47
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
633
Total Students
$61688
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 172 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Fairmont Junior High School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 55.29%
Asian 2.05%
Hispanic 28.59%
Black 8.37%
Two+ Races 4.11%
Native Am. 1.11%
White
55.29%
Asian
2.05%
Hispanic
28.59%
Black
8.37%
Two+ Races
4.11%
Native Am.
1.11%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 633
48.18%
305 Female
51.82%
328 Male

Student Population

633 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

211 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The new staff at Fairmont Junior High School in Boise, Idaho, is doing a great job! Yesenia Bernal has been hired as the new School Social Worker, Mekhi Clayton as the new Cafeteria Host, and Amy McKee as the new Assistant Principal of Student Services. These new things will definitely make the school a more helpful place and give students useful tools.

The Boise Independent District includes the school, which is dedicated to creating a positive and creative learning space. The principal and other dedicated staff are working hard to create a welcoming and positive environment where students can do well. The school's goal is to get students interested in learning and encourage them to develop important skills and get involved in their community

FAQ

Q1. How are the needs of each student met?

Ans. Teachers give each student individualized instruction and access to support programs that work for different learning styles.

Q2. Does the school put a lot of effort into teaching social and emotional skills?

Ans. Yes, daily lessons include things like empathy, social skills, and working together.

Q3. How does the school encourage people to get involved in the community?

Ans. Families are encouraged to take part in school events, volunteer programs, and cultural activities.

Q4. What is the main goal of the Fairmont Junior High School?

Ans. Fairmont Junior High School focuses on helping students who want to learn more by giving them more academic and creative problem-solving skills.

Q5. Are there activities outside of school?

Ans. Yes, students can join STEM clubs, do arts and crafts, and take part in leadership activities.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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