| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Plymouth School District 372 | New Plymouth | 9/10 Excellent · 86th pct | 990 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Fruitland School District 373 | Fruitland | 4/10 Below Average · 38th pct | 1,634 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Payette Joint School District 371 | Payette | 2/10 Poor · 10th pct | 1,371 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Payette County compares
Together they enroll 3,995 students across 13 schools. The largest is Fruitland School District 373 with 1,634 students. Districts here average 5.0/10, below the Idaho average of 5.6/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Payette County, Idaho
Payette County has 3 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Payette County is New Plymouth School District 372 (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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Payette County, ID?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Payette 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 Payette County, ID?
Of the districts serving Payette County, New Plymouth School District 372 has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 86th 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.