For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,630 students in 83263, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83263, ID are Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83263 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83263, ID have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83263, ID Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Gr: 3-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Preston Jr High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
450 East Valley View Drive
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Gr: 6-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
515 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Gr: PK-2 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 83263, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83263, ID include Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83263?
3 public elementary schools are located in 83263.
What is the racial composition of students in 83263?
83263 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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