For the 2024-25 school year, there are 21 public elementary schools serving 12,972 students in 83642, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83642, ID are Discovery Elementary School, Compass Public Charter School and Gem Prep Online School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83642 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83642, ID have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83642, ID Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Discovery Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2100 East Leigh Field Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4090
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4090
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Compass Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4667 West Aviator Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-5847
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-5847
Grades: K-12
| 1,224 students
Rank: #33.
Gem Prep Online School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2750 East Gala Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 672-1155
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 672-1155
Grades: PK-12
| 276 students
Rank: #44.
Hunter Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2051 West Mcmillan Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4285
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4285
Grades: PK-5
| 517 students
Rank: #55.
Idaho Fine Arts Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
915 East Central Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4420
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4420
Grades: 6-12
| 266 students
Rank: #66.
Siena Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2870 East Rome Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4370
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4370
Grades: PK-5
| 655 students
Rank: #77.
Pleasant View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4600 West Gondola Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 332-6800
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 332-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #88.
Hillsdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5225 South Howry Lane
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4432
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4432
Grades: PK-5
| 690 students
Rank: #99.
Victory Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
920 West Kodiak Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4443
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4443
Grades: 6-8
| 1,048 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Mary Mcpherson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1050 East Amity Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4300
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Silver Trail Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2950 West Mason Creek Road
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 472-9731
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 472-9731
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #1212.
Ponderosa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2950 North Naomi
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4040
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4040
Grades: PK-5
| 428 students
Rank: #1313.
Peregrine Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1860 Waltman Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-1384
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-1384
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #1414.
Lewis & Clark Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4141 East Pine Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4270
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4270
Grades: 6-8
| 882 students
Rank: #1515.
Chaparral Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1155 North Deer Creek Lane
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4180
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-4180
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #1616.
Meridian Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1507 West 8th Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4225
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4225
Grades: 6-8
| 1,078 students
Rank: #1717.
Rebound School Of Opportunity
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1450 East Watertower Street S1
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-5233
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-5233
Grades: 6-12
| 153 students
Rank: #1818.
Meridian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Northwest 1st Street
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4335
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4335
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #1919.
Idaho Virtual Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1965 South Eagle Road Suite 19
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 322-3559
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 322-3559
Grades: K-12
| 1,493 students
Rank: #2020.
Virtual School House
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1303 East Central Drive
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-5079
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 350-5079
Grades: PK-12
| 607 students
Rank: #2121.
Crossroads Middle School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
650 North Nola
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4275
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 855-4275
Grades: 6-8
| 126 students
83642, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1422 S. Tech Lane
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-5847
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 888-5847
Grades: 7-12
| 361 students
Riverside Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6075 N Locust Grove Rd
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 887-4759
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 887-4759
Grades: 9-12
| 148 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 83642, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83642, ID include Discovery Elementary School, Compass Public Charter School and Gem Prep Online School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83642?
21 public elementary schools are located in 83642.
What is the racial composition of students in 83642?
83642 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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