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Best 83702 Idaho Private Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 979 students in 83702, ID (there are 12 public schools, serving 4,646 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 83702, ID are educated in private schools (compared to the ID state average of 7%).
The top ranked private schools in 83702, ID include St. Joseph's Catholic School and St. Marys School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
50% of private schools in 83702, ID are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

Top Ranked 83702 Idaho Private Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Joseph's Catholic School
(Catholic)
(1)
825 W Fort St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-4909
Gr: K-8 | 356 students Tuition listed
St. Marys School
(Catholic)
(1)
2620 W State St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 342-7476
Gr: PK-8 | 180 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
The Children's School Of Boise
Daycare / Preschool
1015 N 8th St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 343-6840
Gr: NS-K | 79 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Foothills School of Arts & Sciences
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Special Program Emphasis
601 South 9th Street
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 331-9260
Gr: PK-9 | 158 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
One Stone
Alternative School
1151 W Miller St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 451-3825
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students
Wesleyan Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
717 N 11th St
Boise, ID 83702
(208) 343-3778
Gr: PK-K | 80 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 83702, ID?
The top ranked private schools in 83702, ID include St. Joseph's Catholic School and St. Marys School.
How many private schools are located in 83702?
6 private schools are located in 83702.
How diverse are private schools in 83702?
83702 private schools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Idaho private school average of 15%.
What percentage of students in 83702 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 83702 are educated in private schools (compared to the ID state average of 7%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 83702?
50% of private schools in 83702 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

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