Best 83612 Idaho Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 282 students in 83612, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83612, ID are Council Elementary School and Council Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83612 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83612, ID have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83612, ID Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Council Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
202 Highway 95
Council, ID 83612
(208) 253-4223
Gr: PK-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Council Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
101 East Bleeker Avenue
Council, ID 83612
(208) 253-4217
Gr: 7-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 83612, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83612, ID include Council Elementary School and Council Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 83612?
2 public schools are located in 83612.
What is the racial composition of students in 83612?
83612 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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