For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 64 students in 83217, ID.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID are North Gem High School and North Gem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 83217 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Idaho public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 83217, ID have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle school average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83217, ID Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Gem High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 South Main Street
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
North Gem Middle School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
360 South Main Street
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
83217, Idaho Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 70
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Bancroft, ID 83217
(208) 648-7848
Gr: 7-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 83217, ID include North Gem High School and North Gem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 83217?
2 public middle schools are located in 83217.
What is the racial composition of students in 83217?
83217 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public middle schools average of 26% (majority Hispanic).
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