8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Murtaugh, Idaho

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $68,158
Median home value: $323,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 13%
Avg commute: 22 min
Owner-occupied homes: 69%

How Murtaugh compares

Median household income

$68k

96% of Idaho median

About Schools in Murtaugh, Idaho

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

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Murtaugh perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Murtaugh is Murtaugh Schools with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Murtaugh is served by 1 school district: MURTAUGH JOINT DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 383 students.

Murtaugh's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,158. The poverty rate in the area is 10.8%.

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.

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Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MURTAUGH SCHOOLS 383 students · Pre-K–12th	383	Pre-K–12th	8.1

Schools in Murtaugh

Murtaugh, Idaho · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$68,158

Median Home Value

$323,400

Median Rent

$1,043/mo

Population

1,286

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

69%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Community Profile

Murtaugh has a median household income of $68,158. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $323,400, with a median rent of $1,043/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Idaho
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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

School District

MURTAUGH JOINT DISTRICT

1 school · 383 students

Nearby Cities

Twin Falls (26 schools)

Other Major Cities in Idaho

Top metros statewide by school count.

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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 Murtaugh, Idaho

How many schools are in Murtaugh, Idaho?

Murtaugh has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Murtaugh, Idaho?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Murtaugh is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Murtaugh on MySchoolScout is Murtaugh Schools with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Murtaugh, Idaho?

Murtaugh is served by 1 school district: Murtaugh Joint District.

What is the education level in Murtaugh, Idaho?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Murtaugh have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Murtaugh, Idaho?

The median household income in Murtaugh is approximately $68,158 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Murtaugh is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Murtaugh, 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.