These are some of the top-rated public schools in Idaho based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Idaho at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Idaho offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Idaho
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Joint School District No. 2
37,989 students | MERIDIAN, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 59 schools -
Boise Independent District
23,703 students | BOISE, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 50 schools -
Nampa School District
14,899 students | NAMPA, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 26 schools -
Bonneville Joint District
13,230 students | IDAHO FALLS, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools -
Pocatello District
11,885 students | POCATELLO, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 23 schools
Reviews From Schools in Idaho
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Parent / Guardian
June 07, 2024
This school is only for independent students who can learn on their own without help. Their teachers aren’t all certified and it shows. The math teacher didn’t know how to teach the math concepts. I... More
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Gem Prep: Nampa
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 06, 2024
This school does not offer an AP courses or college preparation. Students are left with disadvantages when competing with other students for internships in college.
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Parma High School
Parent / Guardian
June 04, 2024
If your goal is to send you kid to a school that will not care about their social-emotional well-being, then Compass is the place for you! If your kid has an IEP or 504 plan, good luck getting the... More
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Compass Public Charter School