For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 478 students in 83540, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83540, ID are Lapwai Elementary School and Lapwai Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83540 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83540, ID have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83540, ID Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lapwai Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
170 Agency Road
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 843-2952
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 843-2952
Gr: PK-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Lapwai Middle/high School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
404 South Main
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 843-2241
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 843-2241
Gr: 6-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Nez Perce Tribe Head Start
Special Education School
117 Lolo
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 332-6800
Lapwai, ID 83540
(208) 332-6800
Gr: PK | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 83540, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83540, ID include Lapwai Elementary School and Lapwai Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in 83540?
3 public schools are located in 83540.
What is the racial composition of students in 83540?
83540 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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