For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 448 students in 83855, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in 83855, ID are Potlatch Jr/sr High School and Potlatch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 83855 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 83855, ID have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83855, ID Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potlatch Jr/sr High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
130 6th Street
Potlatch, ID 83855
(208) 875-1231
Potlatch, ID 83855
(208) 875-1231
Gr: 7-12 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Potlatch Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
510 Elm Street
Potlatch, ID 83855
(208) 875-1331
Potlatch, ID 83855
(208) 875-1331
Gr: PK-6 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 83855, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in 83855, ID include Potlatch Jr/sr High School and Potlatch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 83855?
2 public schools are located in 83855.
What is the racial composition of students in 83855?
83855 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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