Best Schools in Donnelly, Idaho
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Donnelly Elementary
Elementary · Mccall-donnelly Joint School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$688,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$688,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Donnelly
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Donnelly Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $71,098
- Median home value
- $688,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Donnelly compares
Median household income
$71k
100% of Idaho median
About Schools in Donnelly, Idaho
Donnelly, Idaho is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Donnelly perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Donnelly is Donnelly Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Donnelly is served by 2 school districts: MCCALL COMMUNITY SCHOOL INC, MCCALL-DONNELLY JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,453 students.
Donnelly's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,098. The poverty rate in the area is 20.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 161 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 84 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.8 |
Schools in Donnelly
Donnelly, Idaho · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,098
Median Home Value
$688,800
Population
1,460
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Community Profile
Donnelly has a median household income of $71,098. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $688,800. The area has a poverty rate of 20.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Idaho
- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Donnelly, Idaho
How many schools are in Donnelly, Idaho?
Donnelly has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Donnelly, Idaho?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Donnelly is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Donnelly, Idaho?
The top-ranked school in Donnelly on MySchoolScout is Donnelly Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Donnelly, Idaho?
The top-ranked elementary school in Donnelly on MySchoolScout is Donnelly Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Donnelly, Idaho?
Donnelly is served by 2 school districts: Mccall Community School Inc, Mccall-donnelly Joint School District.
What is the education level in Donnelly, Idaho?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Donnelly have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Donnelly, Idaho?
The median household income in Donnelly is approximately $71,098 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Donnelly, Idaho?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Donnelly is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Donnelly, 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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Idaho Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.