For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 195 students in Arco, ID.
The top-ranked public preschool 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 preschool have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Idaho public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in Arco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Arco, ID (2026)
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 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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 preschools in Arco, ID?
The top-ranked public preschools in Arco, ID include Arco Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Arco?
1 public preschools are located in Arco.
What is the racial composition of students in Arco?
Arco public preschools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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