Best Schools in Gooding, Idaho
6 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Gooding by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind
Other · Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Bl. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
North Valley Academy
Other · North Valley Academy Inc.. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Gooding High School
High · Gooding Joint District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Gooding for 2026 are Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind (7.5/10), North Valley Academy (7.4/10), and Gooding High School (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$230,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$230,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Gooding
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | North Valley Academy | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Gooding High School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Gooding Middle School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Gooding Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $58,313
- Median home value
- $230,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Gooding compares
Idaho rank
#17 of 71
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Idaho avg (6.3)
Median household income
$58k
82% of Idaho median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Gooding, Idaho
Gooding, Idaho is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Gooding show moderate performance 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 Gooding is Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Gooding is served by 3 school districts: NORTH VALLEY ACADEMY INC., GOODING JOINT DISTRICT, IDAHO BUREAU OF EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR THE DEAF AND THE BL. These districts collectively serve 1,469 students.
Gooding's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,313. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 489 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 385 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 2 | 23 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 110 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 175 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in Gooding
Gooding, Idaho · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,313
Median Home Value
$230,100
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
7,120
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Community Profile
Gooding has a median household income of $58,313. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $230,100, with a median rent of $900/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Idaho
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Gooding, Idaho
How many schools are in Gooding, Idaho?
Gooding has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Gooding, Idaho?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Gooding is 6.9 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 Gooding, Idaho?
The top-ranked school in Gooding on MySchoolScout is Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Gooding, Idaho?
The top-ranked elementary school in Gooding on MySchoolScout is Gooding Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Gooding, Idaho?
The top-ranked middle school in Gooding on MySchoolScout is Gooding Middle School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Gooding, Idaho?
The top-ranked high school in Gooding on MySchoolScout is Gooding High School with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Gooding, Idaho?
Gooding is served by 3 school districts: North Valley Academy Inc., Gooding Joint District, Idaho Bureau of Educational Services for the Deaf and the Bl.
What is the education level in Gooding, Idaho?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Gooding have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Gooding, Idaho?
The median household income in Gooding is approximately $58,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gooding, Idaho?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Gooding is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Gooding, 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.