For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 315 students in 83226, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83226, ID are Challis Elementary School and Challis 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 83226 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83226, ID have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 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 83226, ID Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challis Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
950 Bluff Avenue
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-2439
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-2439
Gr: PK-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Challis Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 Bluff Avenue
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-2255
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-2255
Gr: 7-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
83226, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 304
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-5063
Challis, ID 83226
(208) 879-5063
Gr: 6-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 83226, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83226, ID include Challis Elementary School and Challis Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 83226?
2 public schools are located in 83226.
What is the racial composition of students in 83226?
83226 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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