For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,611 students in Star, ID (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Star, ID are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Star, ID are Star Middle School and Star Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Star, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Idaho public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Star have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Star, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Star Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2211 North Pollard Lane
Star, ID 83669
(208) 350-4471
Star, ID 83669
(208) 350-4471
Grades: 6-8
| 943 students
Rank: #22.
Star Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 North Star Road
Star, ID 83669
(208) 855-4119
Star, ID 83669
(208) 855-4119
Grades: PK-5
| 668 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Star, ID?
The top ranked public schools in Star, ID include Star Middle School and Star Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Star?
2 public schools are located in Star.
What percentage of students in Star go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Star are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Star?
Star public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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