For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 528 students in 83861, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83861, ID are St. Maries Middle School and Heyburn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83861 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83861, ID have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83861, ID Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Maries Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1315 Jefferson Avenue
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-3495
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-3495
Gr: 6-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Heyburn Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1405 Main Avenue
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-2025
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-2025
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 83861, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83861, ID include St. Maries Middle School and Heyburn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83861?
2 public elementary schools are located in 83861.
What is the racial composition of students in 83861?
83861 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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