For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public preschools serving 6,880 students in 83642, ID.
The top-ranked public preschools in 83642, ID are Hunter Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School and Siena Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 83642 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Idaho public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 83642, ID have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Idaho public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschool average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83642, ID Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hunter Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2051 West Mcmillan Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4285
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4285
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Discovery Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2100 East Leigh Field Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4090
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4090
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Siena Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2870 East Rome Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4370
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4370
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant View Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4600 West Gondola Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 332-6800
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 332-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hillsdale Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5225 South Howry Lane
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4432
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4432
Gr: PK-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1050 East Amity Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4300
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Silver Trail Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2950 West Mason Creek Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 472-9731
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 472-9731
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #88.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1155 North Deer Creek Lane
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4180
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4180
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #99.
Peregrine Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1860 Waltman Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-1384
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-1384
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1010.
Ponderosa Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2950 North Naomi
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4040
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4040
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #1111.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1035 Northwest 1st Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4335
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4335
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
83642, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ada Professional-technical Center (Closed 2024)
Vocational School
1900 West Pine
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4198
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4198
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 83642, ID?
The top-ranked public preschools in 83642, ID include Hunter Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School and Siena Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 83642?
13 public preschools are located in 83642.
What is the racial composition of students in 83642?
83642 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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