Best 83851 Idaho Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 333 students in 83851, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83851, ID are Lakeside Elementary School, Lakeside Middle School and Lakeside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83851 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83851, ID have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83851, ID Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1345 E Street
Plummer, ID 83851
(208) 686-1651
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1255 E Street
Plummer, ID 83851
(208) 686-1937
Gr: 6-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1150 E Street
Plummer, ID 83851
(208) 686-1937
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 83851, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83851, ID include Lakeside Elementary School, Lakeside Middle School and Lakeside High School.
How many public schools are located in 83851?
3 public schools are located in 83851.
What is the racial composition of students in 83851?
83851 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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