Washington County Schools & Education
Washington County, Idaho
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
16/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
85.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
85.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,444
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,288
School Score
16/100
Higher = better
State avg 28/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#32
of 44 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Washington County
School Verdict
Washington County faces educational challenges with a school score of 16/100 and a graduation rate of 85.8%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $5,444 per pupil, Washington County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Washington County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 44% below the Idaho average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 13% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Washington County, Idaho
Balanced Rural and Town Schools
Washington County educates 1,860 students across nine public schools managed by three districts. The infrastructure features a mix of three elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools to serve the local community.
Solid Graduation Rates and Local Scores
The county achieves an 85.8% graduation rate, which exceeds the state average of 83.6%. While per-pupil spending of $5,444 is lower than the national average, the county's school score of 48.0 perfectly matches the state median.
Weiser District Drives Education
The Weiser District is the primary provider, enrolling 1,559 students across five local campuses. There are currently no charter schools in the county, meaning the educational focus remains entirely on traditional public districts.
Compact Schools in a Tight-Knit Community
The average school size is 207 students, split between five town-based and four rural campuses. Weiser High School is the largest campus with 557 students, while the Midvale School serves a smaller K-12 population of 135.
Classic Idaho Schooling in Weiser
Families looking for a traditional school experience will find strong graduation rates and manageable school sizes here. Consider how proximity to the centralized schools in Weiser or the rural campuses in Midvale fits your lifestyle.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Washington County
Total Enrollment
1,860
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Washington County
WEISER DISTRICT
CAMBRIDGE JOINT DISTRICT
MIDVALE DISTRICT
9 Public Schools in Washington County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEISER HIGH SCHOOL | WEISER DISTRICT | 9–12 | High | 557 |
| PIONEER PRIMARY SCHOOL | WEISER DISTRICT | PK–3 | Primary | 420 |
| WEISER MIDDLE SCHOOL | WEISER DISTRICT | 6–8 | Middle | 348 |
| PARK INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | WEISER DISTRICT | 4–5 | Primary | 216 |
| MIDVALE SCHOOL | MIDVALE DISTRICT | PK–12 | Other | 135 |
| CAMBRIDGE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL | CAMBRIDGE JOINT DISTRICT | 6–12 | High | 81 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | CAMBRIDGE JOINT DISTRICT | PK–5 | Primary | 71 |
| INDIANHEAD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL | WEISER DISTRICT | 9–12 | Alternative | 18 |
| MIDVALE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL | MIDVALE DISTRICT | 7–12 | Alternative | 14 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,444
State avg $6,288
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Washington County, Idaho — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Washington County, Idaho?
Washington County educates 1,860 students across nine public schools managed by three districts. The infrastructure features a mix of three elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools to serve the local community.
How do schools in Washington County perform academically?
The county achieves an 85.8% graduation rate, which exceeds the state average of 83.6%. While per-pupil spending of $5,444 is lower than the national average, the county's school score of 48.0 perfectly matches the state median.
What are the major school districts in Washington County, Idaho?
The Weiser District is the primary provider, enrolling 1,559 students across five local campuses. There are currently no charter schools in the county, meaning the educational focus remains entirely on traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Washington County?
The average school size is 207 students, split between five town-based and four rural campuses. Weiser High School is the largest campus with 557 students, while the Midvale School serves a smaller K-12 population of 135.
How can I find homes near good schools in Washington County, Idaho?
Families looking for a traditional school experience will find strong graduation rates and manageable school sizes here. Consider how proximity to the centralized schools in Weiser or the rural campuses in Midvale fits your lifestyle.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.