For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 680 students in 83655, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83655, ID are New Plymouth Middle School and New Plymouth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83655 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83655, ID have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83655, ID Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Plymouth Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4400 Southwest 2nd Avenue
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5788
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5788
Grades: 6-8
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
New Plymouth Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
704 South Plymouth Avenue
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5333
New Plymouth, ID 83655
(208) 278-5333
Grades: PK-5
| 443 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 83655, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 83655, ID include New Plymouth Middle School and New Plymouth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83655?
2 public elementary schools are located in 83655.
What is the racial composition of students in 83655?
83655 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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