For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,817 students in Payette County, ID.
The top-ranked public high schools in Payette County, ID are Treasure Valley Classical Academy, Payette Academy and Fruitland Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payette County, ID public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Idaho public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in Payette County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public high schools.
Payette County, ID public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Idaho average of 80%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fruitland High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Idaho or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public high school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Payette County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Treasure Valley Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Sw 3rd Street
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 953-1663
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 953-1663
Gr: K-11 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Payette Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 North 5th Street
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-3241
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-3241
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Fruitland Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Iowa Avenue
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 452-3360
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 452-3360
Gr: 6-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Fruitland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 Iowa Avenue
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 452-4411
Fruitland, ID 83619
(208) 452-4411
Gr: 9-12 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
New Plymouth High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
207 Plymouth Avenue
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5311
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5311
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Payette High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 6th Avenue South
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-3327
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-3327
Gr: 9-12 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Payette County, ID?
The top-ranked public high schools in Payette County, ID include Treasure Valley Classical Academy, Payette Academy and Fruitland Preparatory Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Payette County?
6 public high schools are located in Payette County.
What is the racial composition of students in Payette County?
Payette County public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public high schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Payette County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Payette County include: New Plymouth High School vs. Payette High School, Payette High School vs. New Plymouth High School, Fruitland High School vs. Payette High School
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