For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 698 students in Parma, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Parma, ID are Parma Middle School and Maxine Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Parma, ID public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in Parma have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Parma, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parma Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
905 East Mcconnell Street
Parma, ID 83660
(208) 722-5115
Parma, ID 83660
(208) 722-5115
Gr: 5-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Maxine Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
607 East Mcconnell Street
Parma, ID 83660
(208) 722-5115
Parma, ID 83660
(208) 722-5115
Gr: PK-4 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Parma, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Parma, ID include Parma Middle School and Maxine Johnson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Parma?
2 public elementary schools are located in Parma.
What is the racial composition of students in Parma?
Parma public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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