Summary:
Schools in ZIP code 83320 are served by a single campus, Carey Public School, a PK–12 alternative school in the Blaine County District that enrolls 272 students and provides the full spectrum of education from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
Academically, Carey Public School punches above its weight. On the most recent ISAT assessments, the school posted math proficiency of 46.7%, science proficiency of 47.4%, and English language arts proficiency of 60.7% — all above both the Blaine County District and Idaho state averages. It also improved year over year in every subject, with science showing the largest gain at 7.4 percentage points. Grade-level results are generally strong, especially in 8th grade ELA (64.7%, more than ten points above the district) and in 4th, 6th, and 7th grade math. However, math dips in 5th and 8th grades, with 8th grade matching the state average (41.2%) but falling below the district (43.7%) — a potential target for intervention.
Beyond test scores, Carey Public School stands out for student engagement and resources. Its chronic absenteeism rate is just 9.7%, well below the district's 14.4% and the state's 13.8%. The graduation rate of 82.5% matches the district and state averages, notable for an alternative school. With a student–teacher ratio of 11.3 and per-student spending of $19,926, the school is well-resourced for personalized attention. Overall, this small, full-spectrum school defies stereotypes about alternative programs, delivering above-average academics while keeping students engaged and supported.
Thank you for your feedback!