| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basin School District 72 | Idaho City | 6/10 Average · 50th pct | 336 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Horseshoe Bend School District 73 | Horseshoe Bend | 6/10 Average · 50th pct | 225 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Garden Valley School District 71 | Banks | 2/10 Poor · 19th pct | 276 | 2 | PK–12 | 3 |
How Boise County compares
Together they enroll 837 students across 6 schools. The largest is Basin School District 72 with 336 students. Districts here average 4.7/10, below the Idaho average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 6/10.
School Districts in Boise County, Idaho
Boise County has 3 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in Boise County is Basin School District 72 (6/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Idaho. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Boise County, ID?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Boise County, ID. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Boise County, ID?
Of the districts serving Boise County, Basin School District 72 has the highest rating on this site at 6/10. That places it in the 50th percentile among Idaho school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Idaho reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Idaho and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Idaho only, never across state lines.