For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 103 students in Downey, ID.
The top ranked public school in Downey, ID is Downey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Downey, ID public school have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Downey have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Downey, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Downey Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
88 South 4th East
Downey, ID 83234
(208) 897-5220
Downey, ID 83234
(208) 897-5220
Gr: PK-6 | 103 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Downey, ID?
The top ranked public schools in Downey, ID include Downey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Downey?
1 public schools are located in Downey.
What is the racial composition of students in Downey?
Downey public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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