For the 2026 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private schools serving 1,740 students in Idaho.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Idaho include St. Mary's Catholic School and Cole Valley Christian High School.
The average acceptance rate is 92%, which is higher than the Idaho private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.
Top-Ranked Idaho Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 E Carlton Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
Gr: NS-12 | 1,452 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
412 N Monroe St
Moscow, ID 83843
(208) 882-2121
Moscow, ID 83843
(208) 882-2121
Gr: NS-8 | 107 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 2 Blue Ribbon year: 2005 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
251 W Miles Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
Gr: K-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Blue Ribbon year: 2019 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Idaho?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private schools in Idaho include St. Mary's Catholic School and Cole Valley Christian High School.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Idaho?
3 blue ribbon private schools are located in Idaho.
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