| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Lemhi School District 292 | Leadore | 5/10 Average · 46th pct | 120 | 2 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Salmon School District 291 | Carmen | 3/10 Below Average · 25th pct | 683 | 4 | PK–12 | 5 |
How Lemhi County compares
Together they enroll 803 students across 6 schools. The largest is Salmon School District 291 with 683 students. Districts here average 4.0/10, below the Idaho average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in Lemhi County, Idaho
Lemhi County has 2 public school districts covering 8 zip codes. The top-rated district in Lemhi County is South Lemhi School District 292 (5/10). 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 Lemhi County, ID?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Lemhi 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 Lemhi County, ID?
Of the districts serving Lemhi County, South Lemhi School District 292 has the highest rating on this site at 5/10. That places it in the 46th 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.