Best 83661 Idaho Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 478 students in 83661, ID.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83661, ID are Payette Academy and Mccain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 83661 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Idaho public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 83661, ID have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public middle school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83661, ID Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Payette Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
609 North 5th Street
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-3241
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Mccain Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
400 North Iowa Avenue
Payette, ID 83661
(208) 642-4122
Gr: 5-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 83661, ID?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83661, ID include Payette Academy and Mccain Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 83661?
2 public middle schools are located in 83661.
What is the racial composition of students in 83661?
83661 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public middle schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

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