For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 218 students in Mackay, ID.
The top-ranked public schools in Mackay, ID are Mackay Jr/sr High School and Mackay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mackay, ID public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Idaho public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Mackay have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Idaho public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mackay, ID (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mackay Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
390 East Spruce Street
Mackay, ID 83251
(208) 588-2262
Mackay, ID 83251
(208) 588-2262
Gr: 7-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mackay Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 East Spruce Street
Mackay, ID 83251
(208) 588-2834
Mackay, ID 83251
(208) 588-2834
Gr: PK-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Mackay, ID?
The top-ranked public schools in Mackay, ID include Mackay Jr/sr High School and Mackay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Mackay?
2 public schools are located in Mackay.
What is the racial composition of students in Mackay?
Mackay public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Idaho public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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