Best Schools in Auburn, California
18 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Auburn?
Use this page to compare every school in Auburn by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Placer County Pathways Charter
Other · Placer County Office of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bowman Charter
Elementary · Ackerman Charter. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy
High · Placer Union High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Auburn for 2026 are Placer County Pathways Charter (7.8/10), Bowman Charter (7.7/10), and Maidu Virtual Charter Academy (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 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
18
11 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$630,400
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
18
11 public · 7 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$630,400
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.8/10 despite 53% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Auburn schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +17.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Auburn schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Auburn
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Placer County Pathways Charter | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Bowman Charter | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Maidu Virtual Charter Academy | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Skyridge Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Placer High | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | St Joseph Catholic School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Pine Hills Adventist Academy | 5.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Confluence Continuation High | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Legacy Christian School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 10 | Ev Cain Middle | 4.4 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $91,457
- Median home value
- $630,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Auburn compares
California rank
#452 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
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 5.7 out of 10, schools in Auburn show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Auburn is Placer County Pathways Charter with a composite score of 7.8/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 603 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.7 | ||
| 2 | 427 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 3 | 547 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.9 | ||
| 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 | 5.7 | ||
| 2 | Legacy Christian School
Private
77 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.5 | ||
| 3 | 125 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 472 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 115 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | 1,303 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 | ||
| 3 | 100 students · 10th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 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 | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Global Schoolone
Private
8 students · 9th–12th | — | ||
| 3 | Pine Hills Adventist Academy
Private
161 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | 84 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.1 | ||
| 3 | 18 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
| 4 | 13 students · 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 | 5.4 | ||
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
- Other
- 5
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently 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 5.7 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 Auburn, California?
The top-ranked school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Placer County Pathways Charter with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Auburn, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Auburn on MySchoolScout is Bowman Charter with a composite score of 7.7/10.
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 4.4/10.
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 6.9/10.
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 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.