For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 69 students in 83217, ID.
The top ranked public preschool in 83217, ID is North Gem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 83217 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Idaho public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Pre schools in 83217, ID have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Idaho public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83217, ID Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Gem Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
360 South Main Street
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: PK-6 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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 preschools in 83217, ID?
The top ranked public preschools in 83217, ID include North Gem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 83217?
1 public preschools are located in 83217.
What is the racial composition of students in 83217?
83217 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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