For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,630 students in Preston, ID.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID are Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Preston, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Preston have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Preston, ID (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
525 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2233
Grades: 3-5
| 525 students
Rank: #22.
Preston Jr High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 East Valley View Drive
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-0751
Grades: 6-8
| 570 students
Rank: n/an/a
515 South 4th East
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Preston, ID 83263
(208) 852-2050
Grades: PK-2
| 535 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Preston, ID include Oakwood Elementary School and Preston Jr High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Preston?
3 public elementary schools are located in Preston.
What is the racial composition of students in Preston?
Preston public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Preston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Preston include: Oakwood Elementary School vs. Preston Jr High School
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