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Best Idaho Private Elementary Schools Belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools serving 2,292 students in Idaho. You can also find more schools membership associations in Idaho.
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho include Beacon Christian School, Riverstone International School, and The North Fork School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho private elementary school average acceptance rate of 87%.
63% of private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8

Top Ranked Private Elementary Schools Belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho (2026-27)

Map of Beacon Christian School
Beacon Christian School
Gr: K-10 | 35 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Seventh Day Adventist
615 Stewart Ave
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 743-8361
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Cole Valley Christian High School
Gr: NS-12 | 1,517 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
Christian
200 E Carlton Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
(8)
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Map of Cornerstone Christian Academy
Cornerstone Christian Academy
Gr: PK-7 | 200 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Christian
810 N. Chase Rd
Post Falls, ID 83854
(208) 773-5200
(1)
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Map of Hope Lutheran School
Hope Lutheran School
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 4
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2071 12th Street
Idaho Falls, ID 83404
(208) 529-8080
(1)
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The North Fork School Photo
The North Fork School
Gr: 3-12 | 15 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Specialized Curriculum
812 Reedy Lane
Mccall, ID 83638
(208) 630-4028
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Riverstone International School
Gr: PK-12 | 355 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 21
5521 E Warm Springs Ave
Boise, ID 83716
(208) 424-5000
(11)
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Map of Sandpoint Junior Academy
Sandpoint Junior Academy
Gr: 1-8 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Seventh Day Adventist
2255 Pine Street
Sandpoint, ID 83864
(208) 263-3584
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Map of The Learning Academy Of Teton Valley
The Learning Academy Of Teton Valley
Gr: PK-8 | 74 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 1
1480 S 500 W
Driggs, ID 83422
(208) 354-7898
(2)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho include Beacon Christian School, Riverstone International School, and The North Fork School.
How many private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools are located in Idaho?
8 private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools are located in Idaho.
How diverse are private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho?
Idaho private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools are approximately 8% minority students, which is lower than the Idaho private school average of 13%.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools are religiously affiliated in Idaho?
63% of private elementary schools belonging to Northwest Association of Accredited Schools in Idaho are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Christian).
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