Best Schools in Cardiff, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$1,808,200
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$1,808,200
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $165,063
- Median home value
- $1,808,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 69%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cardiff compares
Median household income
$165k
166% of California median
About Schools in Cardiff, California
Cardiff, California is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Cardiff's community shows 69% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $165,063. The poverty rate in the area is 13.6%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Village Gate Children's Academy
Private
110 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated |
Schools in Cardiff
Cardiff, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$165,063
Median Home Value
$1,808,200
Median Rent
$2,955/mo
Population
11,764
College Educated
69%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Community Profile
Cardiff has a median household income of $165,063. It is a well-educated community where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,808,200, with a median rent of $2,955/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.6%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cardiff, California
How many schools are in Cardiff, California?
Cardiff has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the education level in Cardiff, California?
According to Census data, 69% of adults in Cardiff have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cardiff, California?
The median household income in Cardiff is approximately $165,063 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Cardiff, California?
Yes, Cardiff has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cardiff, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cardiff is 8.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cardiff, 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.