For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,402 students in Hailey, ID (there are 1 private school, serving 83 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Hailey, ID are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Hailey, ID are Syringa Mountain Charter School, Wood River Middle School and Silver Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hailey, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Idaho public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Hailey have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hailey, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Syringa Mountain Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4021 Glenbrook Drive
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 806-2880
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 806-2880
Grades: K-8
| 109 students
Rank: #22.
Wood River Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 2nd Avenue North
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5030
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5030
Grades: 6-8
| 513 students
Rank: #33.
Silver Creek High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1060 Fox Acres Road
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5060
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5060
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Rank: #44.
Wood River High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Fox Acres Road
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5020
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5020
Grades: 9-12
| 981 students
Rank: #55.
Hailey Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
520 South 1st Avenue
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 788-3091
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 788-3091
Grades: PK-5
| 302 students
Rank: #66.
Alturas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Woodside Elementary Lane
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5090
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5090
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hailey, ID?
The top ranked public schools in Hailey, ID include Syringa Mountain Charter School, Wood River Middle School and Silver Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in Hailey?
6 public schools are located in Hailey.
What percentage of students in Hailey go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Hailey are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hailey?
Hailey public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hailey are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hailey include: Silver Creek High School vs. Wood River High School, Wood River High School vs. Silver Creek High School, Hailey Elementary School vs. Alturas Elementary School
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