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Best Idaho Blue Ribbon Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private preschools serving 1,559 students in Idaho.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Idaho include Cole Valley Christian High School and St. Mary's Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Idaho private preschool average acceptance rate of 88%.
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
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 Preschools (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
St. Mary's Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
412 N Monroe St
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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Idaho?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private preschools in Idaho include Cole Valley Christian High School and St. Mary's Catholic School.
How many blue ribbon private preschools are located in Idaho?
2 blue ribbon private preschools are located in Idaho.
What percentage of blue ribbon private preschools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
100% of blue ribbon private preschools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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