Best Schools in Denair, California
7 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Denair by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Denair Middle
Middle · Denair Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Gratton Charter
Elementary · Gratton Elementary. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Denair Charter Academy
Other · Denair Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Denair for 2026 are Denair Middle (7.5/10), Gratton Charter (7.4/10), and Denair Charter Academy (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$453,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
6 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$453,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Denair schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Denair
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denair Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Gratton Charter | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Denair Charter Academy | 6.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Denair Elementary Charter Academy | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Denair High | 5.4 / 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
- $96,593
- Median home value
- $453,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Denair compares
California rank
#332 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$97k
97% of California median
Schools in this city
6
Denair Unified runs 67% of Denair's public schools
Denair touches 2 districts, but Denair Unified is the one most addresses actually attend.
Denair Unified accounts for 4 of 6 public schools (67%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Denair, not a citywide average.
- Denair Unified4 public · 67%
- Gratton Elementary2 public · 33%
About Schools in Denair, California
Denair, California is home to 7 schools, including 6 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Denair show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Denair is Denair Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Denair is served by 2 school districts: Denair Unified, Gratton Elementary. These districts collectively serve 1,412 students.
Denair's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,593. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 117 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 564 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 |
| 3 | 22 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 284 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 277 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 147 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Reyn Franca SchoolPrivate 42 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Denair
Denair, California · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$96,593
Median Home Value
$453,600
Median Rent
$1,387/mo
Population
7,594
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Denair has a median household income of $96,593. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $453,600, with a median rent of $1,387/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- California
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Denair, California
How many schools are in Denair, California?
Denair has 7 schools, including 6 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Denair, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Denair 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 Denair, California?
The top-ranked school in Denair on MySchoolScout is Denair Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Denair, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Denair on MySchoolScout is Gratton Charter with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Denair, California?
The top-ranked middle school in Denair on MySchoolScout is Denair Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Denair, California?
The top-ranked high school in Denair on MySchoolScout is Denair High with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Denair, California?
Denair is served by 2 school districts: Denair Unified, Gratton Elementary.
What is the education level in Denair, California?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Denair have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Denair, California?
The median household income in Denair is approximately $96,593 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Denair, California?
Yes, Denair has 1 private school alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Reyn Franca School with a score of 5.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Denair, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Denair is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Denair, 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.