Best Schools in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Lava Elementary School
Elementary · Marsh Valley Joint District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$359,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.5
out of 10
Median Home
$359,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lava Hot Springs
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lava Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.5/10
- Median household income
- $77,679
- Median home value
- $359,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lava Hot Springs compares
Median household income
$78k
110% of Idaho median
About Schools in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
Lava Hot Springs, Idaho is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.5 out of 10, schools in Lava Hot Springs 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 Lava Hot Springs is Lava Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lava Hot Springs is served by 1 school district: MARSH VALLEY JOINT DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,205 students.
Lava Hot Springs's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,679. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.
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 | 58 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.5 |
Schools in Lava Hot Springs
Lava Hot Springs, Idaho · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,679
Median Home Value
$359,000
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
846
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Community Profile
Lava Hot Springs has a median household income of $77,679. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $359,000, with a median rent of $843/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Idaho
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho
How many schools are in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
Lava Hot Springs has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lava Hot Springs is 8.5 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 Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
The top-ranked school in Lava Hot Springs on MySchoolScout is Lava Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lava Hot Springs on MySchoolScout is Lava Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
Lava Hot Springs is served by 1 school district: Marsh Valley Joint District.
What is the education level in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Lava Hot Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
The median household income in Lava Hot Springs is approximately $77,679 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lava Hot Springs is 19.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lava Hot Springs, 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.