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
39,496 students | MERIDIAN, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 61 schools -
Boise Independent District
22,809 students | BOISE, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 53 schools -
Bonneville Joint District
13,778 students | IDAHO FALLS, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 26 schools -
Nampa School District
13,398 students | NAMPA, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 28 schools -
Pocatello District
12,259 students | POCATELLO, ID
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Idaho
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Parent / Guardian
June 14, 2025
I love this school and all the staff. They all are amazing.
Review for
Ethel Boyes Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 13, 2025
One of the biggest problems I encountered was the way some teachers treated their students. Instead of pulling someone aside to talk privately, they’d call out mistakes in front of the whole class,... More
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Liberty Charter School
Parent / Guardian
June 11, 2025
WORST SCHOOL. THEY DO NOT FOCUS ON READING,WRITING OR MATH. IT IS LIKE A CAMP OR A DAY CARE. WHEN MY CHILD WAS FAILING THEY DID NOT CARE. WHEN WE PUT HER IN THERE SUMMER SCHOOL, I GOT A CALL SAYING... More
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Anser Charter School