For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 306 students in 83342, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83342, ID are Raft River Elementary School and Raft River Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83342 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83342, ID have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83342, ID Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Raft River Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
140 West Center Street
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Gr: PK-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Raft River Jr/sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 North 100 West Trojan Drive
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2220
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2220
Gr: 7-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 83342, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83342, ID include Raft River Elementary School and Raft River Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 83342?
2 public schools are located in 83342.
What is the racial composition of students in 83342?
83342 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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