For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 383 students in Arco, ID.
The top ranked public schools in Arco, ID are Arco Elementary School and Butte County Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arco, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Idaho public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Arco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Arco, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arco Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
250 South Water Street
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8503
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8503
Grades: PK-6
| 195 students
Rank: #22.
Butte County Middle/high School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 South Water Street
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8237
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-8237
Grades: 7-12
| 188 students
Arco, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
120 South Water Street
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-3077
Arco, ID 83213
(208) 527-3077
Grades: 6-8
| 105 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arco, ID?
The top ranked public schools in Arco, ID include Arco Elementary School and Butte County Middle/high School.
How many public schools are located in Arco?
2 public schools are located in Arco.
What is the racial composition of students in Arco?
Arco public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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