Best 83442 Idaho Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,798 students in 83442, ID.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83442, ID are Farnsworth Middle School, Rigby Middle School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 83442 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Idaho public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in 83442, ID have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

Best 83442, ID Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farnsworth Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
305 North 3700 East
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-8347
Gr: 6-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Rigby Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
290 N 3800 E
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-7704
Gr: 6-8 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
306 N 3700 E
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-0758
Gr: K-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
South Fork Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
327 N 4100 E
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-7085
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3955 East 200 North
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 332-6800
Gr: K-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Harwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
200 West 3rd North
Rigby, ID 83442
(208) 745-7613
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 83442, ID?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 83442, ID include Farnsworth Middle School, Rigby Middle School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 83442?
6 public elementary schools are located in 83442.
What is the racial composition of students in 83442?
83442 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).

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