Best Schools in Beale Afb, California
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Wheatland Charter Academy
Elementary · Wheatland. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lone Tree Elementary
Elementary · Wheatland. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$392,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$392,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Beale Afb schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Beale Afb
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wheatland Charter Academy | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Lone Tree Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $57,356
- Median home value
- $392,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 4%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Beale Afb compares
Median household income
$57k
58% of California median
About Schools in Beale Afb, California
Beale Afb, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Beale Afb perform strongly 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 Beale Afb is Wheatland Charter Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Beale Afb is served by 1 school district: Wheatland. These districts collectively serve 1,333 students.
Beale Afb's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,356. The poverty rate in the area is 4.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 321 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
Schools in Beale Afb
Beale Afb, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,356
Median Home Value
$392,900
Median Rent
$2,498/mo
Population
2,072
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
4%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Community Profile
Beale Afb has a median household income of $57,356. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $392,900, with a median rent of $2,498/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Beale Afb, California
How many schools are in Beale Afb, California?
Beale Afb has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Beale Afb, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Beale Afb is 8.2 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 Beale Afb, California?
The top-ranked school in Beale Afb on MySchoolScout is Wheatland Charter Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Beale Afb, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Beale Afb on MySchoolScout is Wheatland Charter Academy with a composite score of 9.2/10.
How many school districts serve Beale Afb, California?
Beale Afb is served by 1 school district: Wheatland.
What is the education level in Beale Afb, California?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Beale Afb have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Beale Afb, California?
The median household income in Beale Afb is approximately $57,356 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Beale Afb, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Beale Afb is 20.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Beale Afb, 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.