The top reported proficiency rate is 54% in Science. The lowest is 39% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Young Intermediate
Young Intermediate serves a fairly narrow band of students, sixth and seventh graders, and is one of the schools within the Box Elder District in Brigham City. With about one thousand students, it is a sizable intermediate school. The student body is predominantly white, and roughly one in three students qualifies for free or reduced-price lunch, a share that positions the school around the midpoint for economic need among its peers.
On the state’s RISE assessments, the school’s overall proficiency across tested subjects sits above the midpoint when compared to other districts in Box Elder County. This is a county with only two districts, so the comparison set is small, and the label of “above the midpoint” describes the school’s relative position within that narrow field. In math, proficiency rates were below half of the tested students. In English language arts, the rate was similarly around the same mark. Science performance was stronger, with more than half of students scoring proficient. A parent looking at these results may want to follow up with the school to understand how these patterns align with classroom instruction and what supports are available for students who are not yet at the proficient level. State testing data for recent years covers the available picture; no multi-year trend data was provided, so it is not possible to say whether performance is improving or declining.
Because Young Intermediate only serves sixth and seventh grade, it does not have a graduation rate, and state testing does not cover every possible subject. This is a typical gap for a middle-school-grade band. The school is not a charter and does not operate as a magnet. No specific program offerings were included in the data, so it is unclear what electives, arts, or career-oriented coursework are available to students at this level.
Brigham City itself is the county seat of Box Elder County and is described by local sources as having a small-town atmosphere with a historic downtown, tree-lined streets, and a location at the foot of the Wellsville Mountains. The economy is a mix of manufacturing, government, and agriculture. Major employers include Northrop Grumman, Autoliv, Post Consumer Brands, Procter and Gamble, and Nucor. Manufacturing accounts for the largest share of employment. The city has grown steadily over recent years, and the housing market reflects a median home value that is near the national benchmark. Most residential areas are car-dependent, though a historic Main Street downtown hosts community events and a seasonal farmers market. U.S. Routes 89 and 91 intersect in the city, and Interstates 15 and 84 run to the west.
The Box Elder District itself had little publicly reported in the way of recent major changes or strategic initiatives; no lasting-impact developments were confirmed from the search. That means a parent considering this school should look to the district for current information on curriculum, facilities plans, or budget priorities, as those details were not available in this data.
For a family trying to get a read on Young Intermediate, the picture is one of a solidly positioned middle school in a growing, manufacturing-strong community. The student body is not especially diverse, and economic need is present but not dominant. Academic performance on state tests is slightly above the midpoint in the county, with science as a relative bright spot and math and English as areas where a parent would want to ask about supports. The school’s narrow grade span means it is a transitional stage between elementary and high school, and the lack of program data makes it hard to judge the depth of offerings. A parent who values a defined, midsize intermediate school in a community with a clear industrial base and a small-town feel will want to take a closer look at what happens inside the classroom, particularly for students who are not yet meeting proficiency benchmarks.
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