For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,309 students in Jerome County, ID.
The top-ranked public preschools in Jerome County, ID are Valley School, Horizon Elementary School and Heritage Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jerome County, ID public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Idaho public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Jerome County have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public preschool average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Jerome County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
882 Valley Road South
Hazelton, ID 83335
(208) 829-5353
Hazelton, ID 83335
(208) 829-5353
Gr: PK-12 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
934 10th Avenue East
Jerome, ID 83338
(208) 324-4841
Jerome, ID 83338
(208) 324-4841
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Heritage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Lincoln Avenue
Jerome, ID 83338
(208) 595-1617
Jerome, ID 83338
(208) 595-1617
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Jerome County, ID?
The top-ranked public preschools in Jerome County, ID include Valley School, Horizon Elementary School and Heritage Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Jerome County?
3 public preschools are located in Jerome County.
What is the racial composition of students in Jerome County?
Jerome County public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public preschools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Jerome County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Jerome County include: Heritage Academy vs. Horizon Elementary School, Horizon Elementary School vs. Heritage Academy
Recent Articles
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.