For the 2025 school year, there are 163 private schools serving 21,903 students in Idaho (there are 808 public schools, serving 315,693 students). 6% of all K-12 students in Idaho attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,367 for elementary schools and $11,564 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, Cole Valley Christian High School, and The Ambrose School.
The average acceptance rate is 87% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 15% and the student:teacher ratio is 13:1.
Top Ranked Idaho Private Schools by County (2025)
Popular neighborhoods: Boise Bench (8 schools), West Boise (7 schools), North End (4 schools), Southeast Boise (3 schools), Downtown (2 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Idaho?
The top-ranked private schools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, Cole Valley Christian High School, and The Ambrose School.
How many private schools are located in Idaho?
There are 163 private schools are located in Idaho.
How much do private schools cost in Idaho?
The average private school tuition in Idaho is $11,367 for elementary schools and $11,564 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Idaho?
Approximately 15% of students in Idaho private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Idaho go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Idaho attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
Which private schools in Idaho are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Idaho include: Grace Lutheran School vs. Holy Spirit Catholic School, Holy Spirit Catholic School vs. Grace Lutheran School, St. Mary's Catholic School vs. Logos School
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