For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,303 students in 83316, ID (there are 2 private schools, serving 80 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 83316, ID are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 83316, ID are Wakapa Academy, Buhl High School and Popplewell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83316 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Idaho public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83316, ID have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83316, ID Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wakapa Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 Sawtooth Avenue
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 329-7000
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 329-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #22.
Buhl High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Indian Territory
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8262
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8262
Grades: 9-12
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Popplewell Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 North 6th Avenue
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8225
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8225
Grades: PK-5
| 583 students
Rank: #44.
Buhl Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Sawtooth Boulevard
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8292
Buhl, ID 83316
(208) 543-8292
Grades: 6-8
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 83316, ID?
The top ranked public schools in 83316, ID include Wakapa Academy, Buhl High School and Popplewell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 83316, ID?
4 public schools are located in 83316, ID.
What percentage of students in 83316, ID go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 83316, ID are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 83316, ID?
83316, ID public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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