For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 541 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 34% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 54% 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83861, ID Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
St. Maries Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1315 Jefferson Avenue
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-3495
Saint Maries, ID 83861
(208) 245-3495
Grades: 6-8
| 198 students
Rank: #22.
Heyburn Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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