For the 2026 school year, there are 2 blue ribbon private high schools serving 1,633 students in Idaho.
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high school in Idaho is Cole Valley Christian High School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Idaho private high school average acceptance rate of 85%.
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this and .
Top-Ranked Idaho Blue Ribbon 草榴社区 High Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 E Carlton Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 947-1212
Gr: NS-12 | 1,452 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Alternative School
251 W Miles Ave
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
Hayden, ID 83835
(208) 772-7546
Gr: K-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Blue Ribbon year: 2019 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho?
The top-ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Idaho is Cole Valley Christian High School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Idaho?
2 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Idaho.
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