Best Idaho Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 151 private schools serving 19,071 students in Idaho (there are 791 public schools, serving 315,620 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Idaho are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $9,001 for elementary schools and $8,967 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Idaho include Cole Valley Christian High School, Riverstone International School and Greenleaf Friends Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 89% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 15% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
64% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Top Ranked Idaho Private Schools by County (2024)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
44
7,286
8%
13
2,111
5%
19
2,704
10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Idaho?
The best top ranked private schools in Idaho include Cole Valley Christian High School, Riverstone International School and Greenleaf Friends Academy.
How many private schools are located in Idaho?
151 private schools are located in Idaho.
How much do private schools cost in Idaho?
The average private school tuition in Idaho is $9,001 for elementary schools and $8,967 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Idaho?
Idaho private schools are approximately 15% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Idaho go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Idaho are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
64% of private schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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