For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 64 students in 83217, ID.
The top ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID are North Gem High School and North Gem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 83217 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Idaho public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 83217, ID have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83217, ID Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Gem High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 South Main Street
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
North Gem Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 South Main Street
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
83217, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 70
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 7-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID?
The top ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID include North Gem High School and North Gem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 83217?
2 public middle schools are located in 83217.
What is the racial composition of students in 83217?
83217 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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