For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 546 students in 83501, ID.
The top-ranked public preschools in 83501, ID are Webster Elementary School and Whitman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 83501 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Idaho public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 83501, ID have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschool average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 83501, ID Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1409 8th Street
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3800
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1840 9th Avenue
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3850
Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 748-3850
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 83501, ID?
The top-ranked public preschools in 83501, ID include Webster Elementary School and Whitman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 83501?
2 public preschools are located in 83501.
What is the racial composition of students in 83501?
83501 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public preschools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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