Best Schools in Blue Lake, California
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Blue Lake Union Elementary
Elementary · Blue Lake Union Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$489,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$489,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Blue Lake schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Blue Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Lake Union Elementary | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $65,250
- Median home value
- $489,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 54%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Blue Lake compares
Median household income
$65k
65% of California median
About Schools in Blue Lake, California
Blue Lake, California is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Blue Lake 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 Blue Lake is Blue Lake Union Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Blue Lake is served by 2 school districts: Blue Lake Union Elementary, Green Point Elementary. These districts collectively serve 166 students.
Blue Lake's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,250. The poverty rate in the area is 21.9%.
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 | 160 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 6 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Schools in Blue Lake
Blue Lake, California · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,250
Median Home Value
$489,600
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
1,443
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
54%
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Community Profile
Blue Lake has a median household income of $65,250. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $489,600, with a median rent of $1,221/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Blue Lake, California
How many schools are in Blue Lake, California?
Blue Lake has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Blue Lake, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blue Lake 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 Blue Lake, California?
The top-ranked school in Blue Lake on MySchoolScout is Blue Lake Union Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Blue Lake, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Blue Lake on MySchoolScout is Blue Lake Union Elementary with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Blue Lake, California?
Blue Lake is served by 2 school districts: Blue Lake Union Elementary, Green Point Elementary.
What is the education level in Blue Lake, California?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Blue Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Blue Lake, California?
The median household income in Blue Lake is approximately $65,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Blue Lake, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blue Lake is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blue Lake, 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.