| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitepine Joint School District 288 | Elk River | 9/10 Excellent · 87th pct | 207 | 2 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Orofino Joint School District 171 | Ahsahka | 5/10 Average · 47th pct | 1,131 | 8 | PK–12 | 4 |
How Clearwater County compares
Together they enroll 1,338 students across 10 schools. The largest is Orofino Joint School District 171 with 1,131 students. Districts here average 7.0/10, above the Idaho average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 5/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Clearwater County, Idaho
Clearwater County has 2 public school districts covering 5 zip codes. The top-rated district in Clearwater County is Whitepine Joint School District 288 (9/10). 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.
Enter your zip code on any page to confirm your exact district assignment — district boundaries are address-specific and may not follow county or city lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Clearwater County, ID?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Clearwater 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 Clearwater County, ID?
Of the districts serving Clearwater County, Whitepine Joint School District 288 has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 87th 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.