5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Deary, Idaho

6 schools · 1 Elementary · 5 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 6

Districts: 6

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $76,023
Median home value: $414,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 29%
Owner-occupied homes: 89%

How Deary compares

Idaho rank

#54 of 71

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.4

below Idaho avg (6.3)

Median household income

$76k

107% of Idaho median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Deary, Idaho

Deary, Idaho is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Deary show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Deary is Deary School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Deary is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 2,572 students.

Deary's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,023. The poverty rate in the area is 4.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (6) Elementary (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (6) Public (6)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (6) Academics (6) Growth (3) Resources (6)

Filter by ZIP: 83823 (6)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH 437 students · Kindergarten–8th	437	Kindergarten–8th	4.6

Other Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DEARY SCHOOL 144 students · 4th–12th	144	4th–12th	7.0
2	GEM PREP: MERIDIAN 480 students · Kindergarten–12th	480	Kindergarten–12th	6.9
3	GEM PREP: POCATELLO SCHOOL 464 students · Kindergarten–12th	464	Kindergarten–12th	4.9
4	GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH 475 students · Kindergarten–10th	475	Kindergarten–10th	—
5	GEM PREP: NAMPA 514 students · Kindergarten–12th	514	Kindergarten–12th	—

Schools in Deary

Deary, Idaho · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$76,023

Median Home Value

$414,000

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

1,549

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

89%

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Community Profile

Deary has a median household income of $76,023. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $414,000, with a median rent of $1,172/month. The local poverty rate of 4.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Idaho
Total Schools: 6
Elementary: 1
Districts: 6
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Deary schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Deary 📊 Niche Deary Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (6)

WHITEPINE JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools · 202 students

GEM PREP: POCATELLO LLC

1 school · 464 students

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN LLC

1 school · 480 students

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN NORTH LLC

1 school · 475 students

GEM PREP: MERIDIAN SOUTH LLC

1 school · 437 students

GEM PREP: NAMPA LLC

1 school · 514 students

Nearby Cities

Garden Valley (3 schools)

6 mi

Idaho City (2 schools)

12 mi

Horseshoe Bend (2 schools)

Hidden Springs (1 school)

30 mi

Garden City (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Idaho

Top metros statewide by school count.

Idaho Falls 49 schools Meridian 48 schools Caldwell 29 schools Twin Falls 26 schools Pocatello 25 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Deary, Idaho

How many schools are in Deary, Idaho?

Deary has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Deary, Idaho?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Deary is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Deary, Idaho?

The top-ranked school in Deary on MySchoolScout is Deary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Deary, Idaho?

The top-ranked elementary school in Deary on MySchoolScout is Gem Prep: Meridian South with a composite score of 4.6/10.

How many school districts serve Deary, Idaho?

Deary is served by 6 school districts: Whitepine Joint School District, Gem Prep: Pocatello Llc, Gem Prep: Meridian Llc, Gem Prep: Meridian North Llc, Gem Prep: Meridian South Llc, Gem Prep: Nampa Llc.

What is the education level in Deary, Idaho?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in Deary have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Deary, Idaho?

The median household income in Deary is approximately $76,023 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Deary, Idaho?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Deary is 19.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Deary, Idaho?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.