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Best Idaho Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private schools serving 1,805 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%.
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).
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.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,805

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,805

Top Ranked Idaho Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2026)

Cole Valley Christian High School Photo
Cole Valley Christian High School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,517 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
Christian
200 E Carlton Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
(8)
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Map of St. Mary's Catholic School
St. Mary's Catholic School
Gr: NS-8 | 107 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Blue Ribbon year: 2005
Catholic
412 N Monroe St
Moscow, ID 83843
(208) 882-2121
(1)
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North Idaho Christian School Photo
North Idaho Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 181 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 5
Blue Ribbon year: 2019
Alternative School
251 W Miles Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
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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.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
100% of blue ribbon private schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

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