For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 148 students in 83342, ID.
The top ranked public elementary school in 83342, ID is Raft River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 83342 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83342, ID have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 83342, ID Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raft River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
140 West Center Street
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Malta, ID 83342
(208) 645-2561
Grades: PK-6
| 148 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 83342, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83342, ID include Raft River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83342?
1 public elementary schools are located in 83342.
What is the racial composition of students in 83342?
83342 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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