Public Education System
Registering a K-12 child in a public school in Idaho involves several key steps to ensure a smooth enrollment process. Parents or guardians must first locate the appropriate school based on their residence, as Idaho’s public schools generally assign students based on their home address. To register, you’ll need to provide proof of residency, your child’s birth certificate, and immunization records. Some schools may also require previous school records if the child is transferring from another school. It’s recommended to contact the school directly to confirm specific requirements and to schedule any necessary assessments or orientation sessions. Once all documentation is submitted and approved, your child can begin attending classes according to the school’s calendar.
Public Schools
Ada County
Boise Independent District
West Ada School District
Kuna School District
Benewah County
Plummer-Worley Joint District #44
St. Maries School District
Blaine County
Blaine County District
Bonner County
Lake Pend Oreille School District
West Bonner County District
Bonneville County
Bonneville Joint School District
Idaho Falls District
Canyon County
Caldwell District
Melba Joint District
Middleton District
Nampa School District
Parma District
Vallivue School District
Wilder District
Clearwater County
Orofino Joint District
Elmore County
Glenns Ferry Joint District
Mountain Home District
Gem County
Emmett Independent District
Kootenai County
Coeur d’Alene District
Kootenai District
Lakeland District
Post Falls District
Latah County
Genesee Joint District
Kendrick Joint District
Moscow District
Potlatch District
Troy School District
Whitepine Joint School District
Nez Perce County
Culdesac Joint District
Lapwai District
Lewiston Independent District
Shoshone County
Avery Elementary District
Kellogg Joint District
Wallace District
Twin Falls County
Buhl Joint School District
Castleford District
Filer School District
Hansen School District
Kimberly School District
Murtaugh Joint School District
Twin Falls District
Private Schools
Parochial and independent private schools are in operation throughout the Idaho, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The academic setting can vary widely in terms of instruction, teacher/pupil ratios, learning environments, educational challenges, or opportunities to explore creatively. For more information, the following resources may be helpful:
Charter Schools
Charter schools in Idaho provide alternative public education options with greater flexibility in curriculum design or further inquiries, you can contact the Idaho Public Charter School Commission.
Home Schooling
Home Schooling is education directed by the parent/guardian. Since Idaho does not regulate or monitor home school education, it is up to the parent/guardian to select the curriculum they wish to use. There is no registration or sign up procedure required and the state of Idaho does not have a set curriculum to be followed for home school education. All costs associated with home schooling are the responsibility of the parent/guardian.