Best Schools in Descanso, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Descanso Elementary
Elementary · Mountain Empire Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$615,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$615,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +9.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Descanso schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Descanso
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Descanso Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $110,833
- Median home value
- $615,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Descanso compares
Median household income
$111k
111% of California median
About Schools in Descanso, California
Descanso, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Descanso 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 Descanso is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Descanso is served by 1 school district: Mountain Empire Unified. These districts collectively serve 1,871 students.
Descanso's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $110,833. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 214 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.3 |
Schools in Descanso
Descanso, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$110,833
Median Home Value
$615,700
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
1,757
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Descanso has a median household income of $110,833. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $615,700, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. 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 Descanso, California
How many schools are in Descanso, California?
Descanso has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Descanso, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Descanso 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 Descanso, California?
The top-ranked school in Descanso on MySchoolScout is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Descanso, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Descanso on MySchoolScout is Descanso Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Descanso, California?
Descanso is served by 1 school district: Mountain Empire Unified.
What is the education level in Descanso, California?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Descanso have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Descanso, California?
The median household income in Descanso is approximately $110,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Descanso, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Descanso is 23.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Descanso, 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.