5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Auburn, California

18 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 5 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 11

Private: 7

Districts: 4

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $91,457
Median home value: $630,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 34%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Auburn compares

California rank

#419 of 596

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below California avg (6.3)

Median household income

$91k

92% of California median

Schools in this city

12

About Schools in Auburn, California

Auburn, California is home to 18 schools, including 11 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 6 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Auburn show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Auburn is Placer County Pathways Charter with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Auburn is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 6,440 students.

Auburn's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,457. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (18) Elementary (6) Middle (1) High (6)

Filter by Type: All Types (18) Public (11) Private (7)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (18) Academics (18) Growth (9) Diversity (9) Resources (9)

Filter by ZIP: 95603 (17)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Skyridge Elementary 427 students · Kindergarten–5th	427	Kindergarten–5th	8.1
2	Bowman Charter 603 students · Kindergarten–8th	603	Kindergarten–8th	6.6
3	Auburn Elementary 547 students · Kindergarten–5th	547	Kindergarten–5th	3.6
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 206 students · Kindergarten–8th	206	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated
2	LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 77 students · Kindergarten–6th	77	Kindergarten–6th	Not Rated
3	Legacy Christian School at Confluence Church Private 125 students · Kindergarten–8th	125	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	EV Cain Middle 472 students · 6th–8th	472	6th–8th	4.5

High Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Maidu Virtual Charter Academy 115 students · 9th–12th	115	9th–12th	6.5
2	Placer High 1,303 students · 9th–12th	1,303	9th–12th	5.2
3	Confluence Continuation High 100 students · 10th–12th	100	10th–12th	4.7
Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Forest Lake Christian School Private 211 students · Kindergarten–12th	211	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	Global SchoolONE Private 8 students · 9th–12th	8	9th–12th	Not Rated
3	Pine Hills Adventist Academy Private 161 students · Kindergarten–12th	161	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Placer County Pathways Charter 295 students · Kindergarten–12th	295	Kindergarten–12th	8.7
2	Placer County Special Education 84 students · Kindergarten–12th	84	Kindergarten–12th	6.3
3	Placer County Court Schools 18 students · Kindergarten–12th	18	Kindergarten–12th	—
4	Sierra Vista 13 students · Kindergarten–12th	13	Kindergarten–12th	—
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	PINE HILLS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Private 133 students · Pre-K–12th	133	Pre-K–12th	Not Rated

Schools in Auburn

Auburn, California · 18 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$91,457

Median Home Value

$630,400

Median Rent

$1,591/mo

Population

47,443

College Educated

34%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Community Profile

Auburn has a median household income of $91,457. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $630,400, with a median rent of $1,591/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 18
Elementary: 6
Middle: 1
High: 6
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School Districts (4)

Ackerman Charter

1 school · 603 students

Auburn Union Elementary

4 schools · 1,452 students

Placer Union High

6 schools · 3,975 students

Placer County Office of Education

4 schools · 410 students

Nearby Cities

Newcastle (4 schools)

Meadow Vista (3 schools)

Granite Bay (7 schools)

Garden Valley (1 school)

13 mi

El Dorado Hills (25 schools)

17 mi

Folsom (27 schools)

17 mi

Grass Valley (25 schools)

18 mi

Other Major Cities in California

Top metros statewide by school count.

Los Angeles 928 schools San Diego 412 schools San Jose 335 schools San Francisco 297 schools Sacramento 273 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Auburn, California

How many schools are in Auburn, California?

Auburn has 18 schools, including 11 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Auburn, California?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Auburn is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Auburn, California?

The top-ranked school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Placer County Pathways Charter with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Auburn, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Skyridge Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Auburn, California?

The top-ranked middle school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Ev Cain Middle with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best high school in Auburn, California?

The top-ranked high school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Maidu Virtual Charter Academy with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Auburn, California?

Auburn is served by 4 school districts: Ackerman Charter, Auburn Union Elementary, Placer Union High, Placer County Office of Education.

What is the education level in Auburn, California?

According to Census data, 34% of adults in Auburn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Auburn, California?

The median household income in Auburn is approximately $91,457 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Auburn, California?

Yes, Auburn has 7 private schools alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Joseph Catholic School with a score of 5.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Auburn, California?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Auburn is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Auburn, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.