For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 186 students in Arco, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Arco, ID is Arco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arco, ID public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Arco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Arco, ID (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arco Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 South Water Street
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8503
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8503
Gr: PK-6 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Arco, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 South Water Street
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-3077
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-3077
Gr: 6-8 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Arco, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Arco, ID include Arco Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Arco?
1 public elementary schools are located in Arco.
What is the racial composition of students in Arco?
Arco public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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