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Best Idaho Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 106 private daycares & preschools serving 17,309 students in Idaho.

The private daycares & preschools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, The Ambrose School, and Nampa Christian Schools.

The average tuition cost is $10,272, which is higher than the Idaho average tuition cost of $9,130.

58% of private daycares & preschools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 106
# Students Served: 17,309

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 106
# Students Served: 17,309

Idaho Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

106

Private Schools

17,309

Students

$10,272

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

14%

Students of Color

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Idaho?

The private daycares & preschools in Idaho include Riverstone International School, The Ambrose School, and Nampa Christian Schools.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Idaho?

106 private daycares & preschools are located in Idaho.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Idaho?

The average tuition cost is $10,272, which is higher than the Idaho private school average tuition cost of $9,130.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Idaho?

Idaho private daycares & preschools are approximately 14% minority students, which is lower than the Idaho private school average of 15%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?

58% of private daycares & preschools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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