For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,589 students in Preston, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID are Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Preston, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Preston have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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 Preston, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Gr: 3-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Preston Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 East Valley View Drive
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
515 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Gr: PK-2 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID include Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Preston?
3 public elementary schools are located in Preston.
What is the racial composition of students in Preston?
Preston public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Preston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Preston include: Preston Jr High School vs. Oakwood Elementary School, Oakwood Elementary School vs. Preston Jr High School
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