Best Schools in Canyon Country, California
12 schools · 10 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Canyon Country?
Use this page to compare every school in Canyon Country 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.
Leona H. Cox Community Elementary
Elementary · Sulphur Springs Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cedarcreek Elementary
Elementary · Saugus Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mint Canyon Community Elementary
Elementary · Sulphur Springs Union. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Canyon Country for 2026 are Leona H. Cox Community Elementary (7.4/10), Cedarcreek Elementary (7.3/10), and Mint Canyon Community Elementary (7.2/10), 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
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$642,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$642,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 7.1/10 despite 32% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.0 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 Canyon Country schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +5.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Canyon Country schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Canyon Country
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leona H. Cox Community Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Cedarcreek Elementary | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Mint Canyon Community Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Canyon High | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Pinetree Community Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Rio Vista Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Sierra Vista Junior High | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Alpha-kidz International | 6.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Canyon Springs Community Elementary | 5.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Skyblue Mesa Elementary | 5.5 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $113,633
- Median home value
- $642,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Canyon Country compares
California rank
#316 of 597
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$114k
114% of California median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Canyon Country, California
Canyon Country is served primarily by the William S. Hart Union High School District and the Newhall School District, covering grades kindergarten through twelve. Parents here choose from 11 ranked public schools, which average 5.7 out of 10 across the city. That average reflects a functional but uneven landscape — scores range from the low 3s to a high of 8.0, so attendance zone placement carries real weight in outcomes.
The elementary tier is where Canyon Country performs best. Rio Vista Elementary tops every school in the city with an 8.0 out of 10. Cedarcreek Elementary (7.2) and Leona H. Cox Community Elementary (7.1) also clear the performance threshold, making three Canyon Country schools — 27% of the 11 ranked — score 7 or above. Families with younger children have the strongest shot at a high-performing assignment, provided their address falls within those zones.
The path through the upper grades is more modest. Sierra Vista Junior High earns a 6.3 and Canyon High lands at 6.0 — both above the 5.7 city average, but a step down from what the leading elementaries deliver. That elementary-to-secondary score dip is common in suburban cities, but it's worth factoring into any long-horizon school plan. Families entering through Rio Vista should go in knowing the trajectory shifts at the middle school transition.
For parents comparing Canyon Country against other Santa Clarita Valley communities, the 5.7 city average and 27% rate of 7-plus schools put it in the middle tier regionally — not a standout, but not a red flag either. The practical priority is confirming your specific attendance boundary before committing to a neighborhood. District zone maps update periodically, and the gap between a 3-range school and an 8.0 school within the same city makes that confirmation step non-negotiable.
Elementary Schools
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.4 | ||
| 2 | 388 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.3 | ||
| 3 | 477 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 660 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 474 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 | ||
| 6 | 492 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.7 | ||
| 7 | 586 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.5 | ||
| 8 | 600 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.4 | ||
| 9 | 589 students · Kindergarten–6th | 4.0 | ||
| 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 | Alpha-kidz International
Private
67 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.1 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 974 students · 7th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,966 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
Schools in Canyon Country
Canyon Country, California · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$113,633
Median Home Value
$642,200
Median Rent
$2,386/mo
Population
79,836
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Canyon Country has a median household income of $113,633. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $642,200, with a median rent of $2,386/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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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 Canyon Country, California
How many schools are in Canyon Country, California?
Canyon Country has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Canyon Country, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Canyon Country is 6.3 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 Canyon Country, California?
The top-ranked school in Canyon Country on MySchoolScout is Leona H. Cox Community Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Canyon Country, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Canyon Country on MySchoolScout is Leona H. Cox Community Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Canyon Country, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Canyon Country on MySchoolScout is Sierra Vista Junior High with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best high school in Canyon Country, California?
The top-ranked high school in Canyon Country on MySchoolScout is Canyon High with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Canyon Country, California?
Canyon Country is served by 3 school districts: Saugus Union, Sulphur Springs Union, William S. Hart Union High.
What is the education level in Canyon Country, California?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Canyon Country have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Canyon Country, California?
The median household income in Canyon Country is approximately $113,633 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Canyon Country, California?
Yes, Canyon Country has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is Alpha-kidz International with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Canyon Country, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Canyon Country is 23.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Canyon Country, 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.