For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 222 students in Cottonwood, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Cottonwood, ID is Prairie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cottonwood, ID public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Cottonwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Cottonwood, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1916 East Street
Cottonwood, ID 83522
(208) 962-3122
Cottonwood, ID 83522
(208) 962-3122
Gr: PK-6 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Cottonwood, ID include Prairie Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood?
1 public elementary schools are located in Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Cottonwood?
Cottonwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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