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Best Idaho Catholic Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 19 catholic private elementary schools serving 3,670 students in Idaho. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Idaho.

The catholic private elementary schools in Idaho include St. Joseph's Catholic School, Holy Family Catholic School, and Sacred Heart Catholic School.

The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Idaho private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 19
# Students Served: 3,670

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 19
# Students Served: 3,670

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private elementary schools in Idaho?

The catholic private elementary schools in Idaho include St. Joseph's Catholic School, Holy Family Catholic School, and Sacred Heart Catholic School.

How many catholic private elementary schools are located in Idaho?

19 catholic private elementary schools are located in Idaho.

How diverse are catholic private elementary schools in Idaho?

Idaho catholic private elementary schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is higher than the Idaho private school average of 13%.

Idaho Catholic Private Elementary Schools Trends

Private Schools

3,670

Students

$10,259

Avg. Tuition

22%

Students of Color

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

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