For the 2024 school year, there are 150 private schools serving 19,015 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 $9,010 for elementary schools and $8,985 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, Cole Valley Christian High School and Beacon Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 89% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 15% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Idaho Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Boise Bench (8 schools), West Boise (7 schools), North End (4 schools), Southeast Boise (3 schools), Downtown (2 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Idaho?
The best top ranked private schools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, Cole Valley Christian High School and Beacon Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Idaho?
150 private schools are located in Idaho.
How much do private schools cost in Idaho?
The average private school tuition in Idaho is $9,010 for elementary schools and $8,985 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%).
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