Best 83442 Idaho Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,549 students in 83442, ID.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83442, ID are Farnsworth Middle School and Rigby Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 83442 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Idaho public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 83442, ID have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Idaho public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83442, ID Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
305 North 3700 East
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-8347
Gr: 6-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Rigby Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
290 N 3800 E
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-7704
Gr: 6-8 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 83442, ID?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83442, ID include Farnsworth Middle School and Rigby Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 83442?
2 public middle schools are located in 83442.
What is the racial composition of students in 83442?
83442 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).

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