For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,402 students in Hailey, ID (there are 1 private school, serving 66 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Hailey, ID are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hailey, ID are Syringa Mountain Charter School, Silver Creek High School and Wood River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hailey, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Hailey have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hailey, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Syringa Mountain Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4021 Glenbrook Drive
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 806-2880
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 806-2880
Gr: K-8 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Silver Creek High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1060 Fox Acres Road
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5060
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5060
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Wood River High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1250 Fox Acres Road
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5020
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5020
Gr: 9-12 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Wood River Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 2nd Avenue North
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5030
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5030
Gr: 6-8 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Hailey Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 South 1st Avenue
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 788-3091
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 788-3091
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Alturas Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Woodside Elementary Lane
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5090
Hailey, ID 83333
(208) 578-5090
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hailey, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in Hailey, ID include Syringa Mountain Charter School, Silver Creek High School and Wood River High School.
How many public schools are located in Hailey?
6 public schools are located in Hailey.
What percentage of students in Hailey go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Hailey are educated in public schools (compared to the ID state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hailey?
Hailey public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Idaho public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hailey are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hailey include: Silver Creek High School vs. Wood River High School, Wood River High School vs. Silver Creek High School, Hailey Elementary School vs. Alturas Elementary School