Best Schools in Acton, California
6 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Acton?
Use this page to compare every school in Acton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ilead Online
Other · Ilead Online District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Meadowlark Elementary
Elementary · Acton-Agua Dulce Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ilead Hybrid
Other · Ilead Hybrid District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Acton for 2026 are Ilead Online (7.0/10), Meadowlark Elementary (6.9/10), and Ilead Hybrid (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$713,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$713,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Acton schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Acton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ilead Online | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Meadowlark Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Ilead Hybrid | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | High Desert | 6.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Vasquez High | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $118,462
- Median home value
- $713,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 49 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Acton compares
California rank
#348 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$118k
119% of California median
Schools in this city
5
Acton-Agua Dulce Unified runs 60% of Acton's public schools
Acton touches 3 districts, but Acton-Agua Dulce Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Acton-Agua Dulce Unified accounts for 3 of 5 public schools (60%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.2 to 7.0 — the spread is inside Acton, not a citywide average.
- Acton-Agua Dulce Unified3 public · 60%
- Ilead Hybrid District1 public · 20%
- Ilead Online District1 public · 20%
About Schools in Acton, California
Acton, California is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Acton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Acton is Ilead Online with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Acton is served by 3 school districts: Acton-Agua Dulce Unified, iLEAD Online District, iLEAD Hybrid District. These districts collectively serve 4,821 students.
Acton's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,462. The poverty rate in the area is 8.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 359 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287 students · 5th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 375 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Juniper ChristianPrivate 12 students · Kindergarten–9th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 3,551 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Acton
Acton, California · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,462
Median Home Value
$713,000
Median Rent
$1,755/mo
Population
7,562
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
93%
Avg Commute
49 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Community Profile
Acton has a median household income of $118,462. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $713,000, with a median rent of $1,755/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 49 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Acton, California
How many schools are in Acton, California?
Acton has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Acton, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Acton is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Acton, California?
The top-ranked school in Acton on MySchoolScout is Ilead Online with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Acton, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Acton on MySchoolScout is Meadowlark Elementary with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Acton, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Acton on MySchoolScout is High Desert with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Acton, California?
The top-ranked high school in Acton on MySchoolScout is Vasquez High with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Acton, California?
Acton is served by 3 school districts: Acton-Agua Dulce Unified, Ilead Online District, Ilead Hybrid District.
What is the education level in Acton, California?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Acton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Acton, California?
The median household income in Acton is approximately $118,462 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Acton, California?
Yes, Acton has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Acton, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Acton is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Acton, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.