For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 173 students in Riggins, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in Riggins, ID are Salmon River Jr/sr High School and Riggins Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Riggins, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Riggins have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Riggins, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salmon River Jr/sr High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
711 Ace's Place
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 628-3431
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 628-3431
Gr: 6-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Riggins Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 95
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 630-6025
Riggins, ID 83549
(208) 630-6025
Gr: PK-5 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Riggins, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in Riggins, ID include Salmon River Jr/sr High School and Riggins Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Riggins?
2 public schools are located in Riggins.
What is the racial composition of students in Riggins?
Riggins public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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