5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Buttonwillow, California

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $53,170
Median home value: $229,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 35%

How Buttonwillow compares

Median household income

$53k

53% of California median

About Schools in Buttonwillow, California

Buttonwillow, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

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

The highest-performing school in Buttonwillow is Buttonwillow Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Buttonwillow is served by 1 school district: Buttonwillow Union Elementary. These districts collectively serve 287 students.

Buttonwillow's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,170. The poverty rate in the area is 18.1%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Buttonwillow Elementary 287 students · Kindergarten–8th	287	Kindergarten–8th	5.8

Schools in Buttonwillow

Buttonwillow, California · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$53,170

Median Home Value

$229,900

Median Rent

$1,086/mo

Population

1,953

College Educated

Homeownership

35%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Community Profile

Buttonwillow has a median household income of $53,170. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $229,900, with a median rent of $1,086/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.1%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: California
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School District

Buttonwillow Union Elementary

1 school · 287 students

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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 Buttonwillow, California

How many schools are in Buttonwillow, California?

Buttonwillow has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Buttonwillow, California?

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

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

The top-ranked school in Buttonwillow on MySchoolScout is Buttonwillow Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Buttonwillow, California?

The top-ranked elementary school in Buttonwillow on MySchoolScout is Buttonwillow Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Buttonwillow, California?

Buttonwillow is served by 1 school district: Buttonwillow Union Elementary.

What is the education level in Buttonwillow, California?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Buttonwillow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Buttonwillow, California?

The median household income in Buttonwillow is approximately $53,170 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buttonwillow is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buttonwillow, 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.