For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 157 students in 83549, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83549, ID are Salmon River Jr/sr High School and Riggins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83549 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83549, ID have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83549, ID Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salmon River Jr/sr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
711 Ace's Place
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 628-3431
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 628-3431
Gr: 6-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Riggins Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 95
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 630-6026
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 630-6026
Gr: PK-5 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 83549, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83549, ID include Salmon River Jr/sr High School and Riggins Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83549?
2 public elementary schools are located in 83549.
What is the racial composition of students in 83549?
83549 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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