For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 601 students in Montpelier, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Montpelier, ID are A J Winters Elementary School and Bear Lake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montpelier, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Montpelier have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Montpelier, ID (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A J Winters Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
535 Clay Street
Montpelier, ID 83254
(208) 847-0477
Montpelier, ID 83254
(208) 847-0477
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Bear Lake Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
633 Washington Street
Montpelier, ID 83254
(208) 847-2255
Montpelier, ID 83254
(208) 847-2255
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Montpelier, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Montpelier, ID include A J Winters Elementary School and Bear Lake Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Montpelier?
2 public elementary schools are located in Montpelier.
What is the racial composition of students in Montpelier?
Montpelier public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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