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Best Idaho Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private high schools serving 1,675 students in Idaho.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho include North Idaho Christian School and Cole Valley Christian High School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho private high school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of blue ribbon private high 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.

Top-Ranked Idaho Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cole Valley Christian High School
Cole Valley Christian High School Photo
(Christian)
(8)
200 E Carlton Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
Gr: NS-12 | 1,452 student Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
North Idaho Christian School
North Idaho Christian School Photo - Girls Varsity Basketball Champions 2024
Alternative School
251 W Miles Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
Gr: K-12 | 223 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Blue Ribbon year: 2019 Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho include North Idaho Christian School and Cole Valley Christian High School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Idaho?
2 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Idaho.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
100% of blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

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